❓Guess who first introduced TOFU to North America?
Benjamin Franklin, way back in 1770 (actually before the US was the “United States”), was a vegetarian – for at least a short time in his life.
He tried it in London and wrote a letter about it to his friend back in Philadelphia, mentioning a Chinese cheese-like food made from beans.
✅Tofu is made in a process similar to cheesemaking, by pressing condensed soy milk into blocks.
It comes in many textures, from ultra soft to extra firm. On its own, tofu is bland — but add a few spices and it quickly becomes tasty!
Tofu may lower your chance of heart disease and some cancers (breast, digestive system, and prostate), and might help keep blood sugar under control.
It also can help balance hormones, reduce bone loss, improve memory, and help your skin maintain elasticity.
👉TIP: Since many soybeans are genetically modified, make sure you look for organic non-GMO brands.
Do you eat tofu?
REFERENCES:
www.chilihousesf.com/blog/a-history-of-tofu-its-role-in-chinese-food www.healthline.com/nutrition/is-soy-bad-for-you www.smithsonianmag.com/history/ben-franklin-may-be-responsible-bringing-tofu-america-180968495
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