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What is soy protein isolate?
The pros and cons of soy protein isolate
No doubt, SPI is a super high-protein substance.
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That’s because the process the soybeans go through for create the high-protein product is controversial.
So if you consume SPI you’re likely noshing on at least some of these “leftovers”.
Is this a double-whammy?
This shouldn’t be surprising: at least90 percentof the soybeans grown in the United States are genetically modified.
So of course most SPI is, too!
Should I avoid soy protein isolate?
Same goes if you have a sensitive stomach.
Valdez says folks with moody digestive systems could experience slight gastric distress from the product.
“Soy protein really is the best vegan alternative to whey and casein protein products,” says Valdez.
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