Soya Beans (Leaving Cert Home Economics): Quizzes
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What makes soya beans exceptional compared to other plant-based protein sources?
What makes soya beans exceptional compared to other plant-based protein sources?
They provide HBV protein from a plant
What do essential amino acids in HBV protein provide for the body?
What do essential amino acids in HBV protein provide for the body?
Growth and repair processes
What type of fat is primarily found in soya beans?
What type of fat is primarily found in soya beans?
Polyunsaturated fats
What percentage of carbohydrates do soya beans offer?
What percentage of carbohydrates do soya beans offer?
3-20%
What does Vitamin A in soya beans support?
What does Vitamin A in soya beans support?
Membranes, skin, hair & growth
How do polyunsaturated fats in soya beans benefit cardiovascular health?
How do polyunsaturated fats in soya beans benefit cardiovascular health?
They reduce CHD risk
Why are soya beans considered cost-effective?
Why are soya beans considered cost-effective?
They're affordable & widely available
How is tofu produced?
How is tofu produced?
Curdling soya milk & pressing curds
What is the first step in making soya milk?
What is the first step in making soya milk?
Soaking soya beans in water
What temperature range is used for fermenting soya yoghurt?
What temperature range is used for fermenting soya yoghurt?
30°C to 40°C
What does TVP stand for and what is it made from?
What does TVP stand for and what is it made from?
Textured Vegetable Protein from soya
What benefit does dietary fibre in soya beans provide?
What benefit does dietary fibre in soya beans provide?
Aids digestion & prevents bowel issues