Soy milk is usually low in carbs and high in fat and protein…
Is that Keto then? Can you add it to your coffee and Keto smoothies?
Here is the brief answer…
Keto is not soy milk. Although non-sweetened varieties are low in carbon…
…unfortunately, this does not mean that they are good for your health.
You must to consume the best milk if you want to try keto diet…
You can include in a Keto diet healthy and unhealthy foods…
And while you consume poorly-carboned food..
..it is not the best way to take care of your body long-term.
Let’s hear Savana’s problem…
I am about to start my keto diet. The thing is I can not consume regular milk..
… and usually change everything with milk with soy milk.
Now I am worried, is soy milk keto or not?
Phytic acid inhibits digestion and binds to certain minerals (specifically zinc, iron, and calcium) which are vital for our immune system to function properly, preventing their absorption. And again, these phytates and lectins more concentrated in soy milk than soybeans.
Dr. Amy Myers, M.D.
Let’s start from the basic…
What Are Net Carbs?
They’re the carbohydrates in a food that your body actually absorbs, in general.
“Fiber, it turns out, is a type of carbohydrate, but it is not a carbohydrate…
…that has any effect on blood sugar or insulin response,”
…says Dr. David Perlmutter, M.D. Dietary fiber cannot be absorbed by the body..
…and each serving of soy milk contains 2 g of fiber…
Fiber can be subtracted from total carbs on a nutrition label…
So, subtract the 2 g of fiber from 4 g of total carbohydrates to get 2 g of net carbs…
So, does soy milk affect your ketone levels? Probably not…
Given that it is pretty low in carbs, it’s unlikely to affect your ketone level much..
…if you’re just adding a small amount to shakes, smoothies, coffees or tea.
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So, Does Soy Milk Affect Your Ketone Levels?
Most likely not. It is low in carbs, so it’s unlikely to affect your ketone level much…
…if you add a small amount to shakes, smoothies, coffees or teas.
Soy, soy milk, and the problems that they bring, what’s up with them?
Just because it won’t kick you out of ketosis doesn’t mean it’s healthy!
The following are a few reasons why soy is bad for your health:
Soy Milk is Highly Processed
Processed foods can make our lives easier, but soy milk, on the other hand…
..causes a slew of issues. To begin with, processing concentrates..
…the most harmful parts of soybeans – the parts that disrupt your hormones..
…and irritate your gut, as we’ll discuss later.
Soybeans are also exposed to a solvent called hexane during processing…
Hexane is a neurotoxin that is most dangerous when inhaled…
…but is also likely to be harmful if consumed. “…[Hexane] residues …
…ten times higher than what is considered normal by the FDA…
…do appear in common soy ingredients,” according to the Cornucopia Institute..
…an organization that investigates agricultural and food issues.
And if you’re worried about genetically modified foods or pesticides..
…then you should really beware of soy products!
Almost all soybeans are genetically engineered and herbicide levels are very high…
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It Could Mess With Your Hormones
Soybeans contain phytoestrogens, a type of plant hormone that resembles…
…estrogen in structure and can bind to estrogen receptors in the body.
It’s unclear what long-term consequences this could have on your hormones…
The research on this is mixed: some studies show that soy increases…
…estrogen effects, while others show that it decreases them.
To be fair, not every one of these side effects is negative. Soy consumption…
…has been linked to a reduced risk of breast cancer and menopause…
…related hot flashes in some studies.
But, for better or worse, soy appears to affect hormones…
…in a small percentage of the population.
But, really, do we want our food to tell our endocrine system what to do?
Hormone disruption can have a variety of consequences…
…ranging from your immune system to your weight.
It’s best to avoid soy if you want to avoid unintended or unwanted hormonal effects…
It Contains Gut Irritants
Phytates and lectins are two problematic substances found in soy milk…
They’re found in a variety of grains and legumes as part of a plant’s..
…”defense system” to keep them from being eaten.
Lectins found in soybeans have been linked to inflammation..
…and leaky gut syndrome. They can disrupt the balance of your gut bacteria…
…and interfere with nutrient absorption. They essentially act as toxins in the body.
Phytates, also known as phytic acid, are just as problematic.
Phytic acid inhibits digestion and binds to certain minerals…
…(specifically zinc, iron, and calcium) that are essential for our immune..
..system to function properly, preventing their absorption.
Back to the question…
So, Is Soy Milk Keto?
If you skipped to the end of the post without reading the rest..
here is the bottom line again: Keto does not include soy milk.
Even a small amount won’t knock you out of ketosis..
In case you are looking for soy milk right now…
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There are other keto-friendly alternatives to dairy (which are much healthier).
What About Other Soy Products?
The soy milk ban is over, but what about other soy products?
Do they fit the keto diet?
Below we discuss tofu, soy protein powder, edamame, and soy sauce.
And perhaps you are looking for any of them…
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Tofu is actually made from soy milk..
…which may surprise you! Therefore, you should avoid tofu for health reasons..
…even if it only contains 0-1 grams of carbs per 100 grams.
Since it’s a very concentrated form of soy…
…the same problems that apply to soy milk apply here as well.
Is soy protein powder keto friendly?
The soybean protein powder is made from dried, defatted, and dehydrated soybeans…
Because it’s highly processed, and there are other healthier ways..
..to increase your protein intake (like eating a steak! ), it’s best avoided on Keto.
Yes! Edamame beans are young soybeans in their pods.
Compared to processed soy, whole or fermented soy..
…can actually be beneficial for your health.
Edamame beans are keto-friendly in small amounts….
Edamame beans have 5g of net carbs per 100g, so you shouldn’t eat too many…
Usually, soy sauce is not keto-friendly, but the gluten-free tamari..
…and coconut aminos are excellent alternatives.
Most brands of this traditional Asian condiment are off-limits..
…due to their gluten content.
Soy sauce is traditionally made by fermenting soybeans…
Fermentation gets rid of most of the problems with soybeans…
Nowadays, wheat is usually added to soybeans…
You can still find wheat-free and gluten-free varieties…
The keto diet is compatible with brands labeled “gluten-free”…
If you want to go completely soy-free choose coconut aminos…
Coco aminos are naturally soy-free and gluten-free soy sauce alternatives….
Minerals, vitamins, and 17 different amino acids are found in them…
They have a rich flavor that is a mix of savory and sweet….
Sum Up
Generally, soy products should be avoided…
…with the exception of whole or fermented soy.
If you want more variation and flavor, you can add…
..gluten-free tamari sauce and edamame beans to your Keto diet.
Don’t just look at the carb count on a food..
Learn the long-term effects of the food on your health, body, and mind…
That’s how you stay healthy for life…
Conclusion
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