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Soybean is a species of legume that has been found to be native to East Asia. It is available in a wide variety of sizes as well as seed coat colors (black, brown, blue, yellow or mottled). The mature bean is covered with a hull that is hard and water resistant. Soybeans have a very high nutritional value, especially large amounts of protein. This makes them the perfect replacement for meat, which is rich in calories, fats and carbohydrates. In case you want to explore the health and nutrition benefits of eating soybean, make use of the information provided in the following lines.

Nutritional Value of Soybean

Given below is the amount of nutrients in 1 cup (172 gm) of soybean:

Health & Nutrition Benefits of Eating Soybeans

• Soybean has been found to be extremely beneficial for those suffering from diabetes.
• Soybean gets digested very easily and is counted amongst the most nourishing and body building foods in the world.
• When consumed by children, soybean helps in promoting their growth and development.
• Being rich in lecithin, soybeans are said to be good for those having mental fatigue.
• Regular consumption of soybean is associated with providing protection against cholesterol deposits.
• Soybean is said to help lower cholesterol, through emulsification of fats in the body.
• Soybeans provide protection against the development and hardening of the arteries and the resultant complications of heart, brain, kidneys and eyes.
• Studies have shown that soybean helps a person stay lean, by causing his body to produce fewer and smaller fat cells.
• Some studies have found soy protein to be associated with raising of the HDL cholesterol levels.
• Soybeans are rich in fiber, making them good for those suffering from constipation.
• Soybean reduces the stickiness of platelets and thus, helps in prevention of atherosclerosis.

INGREDIENTS

• 1/3 cup graham cracker crumbs
• 1 tablespoon white sugar
• 1 tablespoon margarine, melted
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• 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
• 1/4 cup white sugar
• 1 1/2 teaspoons lemon juice
• 1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest
• 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 egg

DIRECTIONS

1. Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Grease a 6 cup muffin pan.
2. In a medium bowl, mix together the graham cracker crumbs, sugar and margarine with a fork until combined. Measure a rounded tablespoon of the mixture into the bottom of each muffin cup, pressing firmly. Bake in the pre-heated oven for 5 minutes, then remove to cool. Keep the oven on.
3. Beat together the cream cheese, sugar, lemon juice, lemon zest and vanilla until fluffy. Mix in the egg.
4. Pour the cream cheese mixture into the muffin cups, filling each until 3/4 full. Bake at 325 degrees F (165 degrees C) for 25 minutes. Cool completely in pan before removing. Refrigerate until ready to serve.