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Tofu

Tofu or bean curd is a food made by coagulating soy milk and then pressing the resulting curds into soft white blocks. It is part of East Asian and Southeast Asian cuisine such as Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Indonesian, Vietnamese, and others. There are many different varieties of tofu, including fresh tofu and tofu that has been processed in some way. Tofu has a subtle flavor and can be used in savory and sweet dishes. It is often seasoned or marinated to suit the dish.

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Tofu and the Dukan Diet

Tofu is unlimited from Cruise Phase (on both PP and PV days).

Tofu is a rather bland tasting product that acts like a sponge and has the miraculous ability to soak up any flavor that is added to it.

Health Benefits of Tofu

Rich in Nutrients - Tofu is rich in both high quality protein and B-vitamins. It is an excellent substitute for meat in many vegetarian recipes. As opposed to soya milk, tofu contains a lot of calcium.

Easy to digest - This is because the soybean's fiber is removed during the manufacturing process.

Reduce cholesterol - Like most other soyfoods, tofu reduces heart disease by lowering the level of the bad LDL cholesterol, and maintains the level of "good" HDL cholesterol.

Rich in isoflavones

Weight Loss Benefits

Tofu is made with soy, and it is high in vegetable protein, which makes you feel full. Tofu also enhances digestion and helps the body excrete unnecessary water weight. The product is very low in fat, making it a good alternative to traditional protein sources such as beef, pork and eggs.

Recipes with Tofu

Includes: Tofu, Silken Tofu