High biological value and many amino acids
What else makes soy protein so valuable, healthy and particularly interesting for athletes: In contrast to other plant proteins, it has a very high biological value. This is the measure of how well a dietary protein can be converted into the body's own protein. With a value of 80 (based on the reference value of 100 in chicken protein), soy protein is on a par with beef. It also contains all nine essential amino acids, the protein building blocks that the body cannot produce itself. The amino acid L-glutamine is also abundant in soy protein and helps athletes to stay fit and productive even under heavy physical strain. Soy protein is therefore contained in many protein supplements (multi-component protein supplements).
Soy is generally a source of particularly health-promoting ingredients. It has a positive influence on heart health and has a beneficial effect on blood lipid levels and cholesterol levels. Studies have shown that the continuous intake of soy protein can reduce the risk of cancer.
EUROSOY offers the following soy proteins:
- the soy protein concentrate VEGACON 70
- the soy protein isolate VEGACON 90.
As is usual with protein, the high-quality protein isolate offers the highest protein and lowest fat content.