Soy Meal
What is Soy Meal?
Soy meal is made from ground soybeans, a legume native to East Asia. After the oil is extracted from the soybeans, the remaining solid material is ground into a meal. It is a common ingredient in animal feed but also used in human food products.
Is Soy Meal vegan?
Soy Meal is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Soy Meal a major allergen?
Soy is one of the 9 major allergens identified by the FDA.
What is Soy Meal used for?
Soy meal is used in human foods primarily as a source of protein and fiber.
Is Soy Meal safe?
Soy meal is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food.
Why it's used
Soy meal is used in human foods primarily as a source of protein and fiber. It can be found in baked goods, cereals, and meat alternatives. Manufacturers add it to boost the nutritional profile of products.
Health notes
Soy meal is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. It is a source of plant-based protein and isoflavones, which have been studied for various health effects. International bodies like JECFA have evaluated soy products. Evidence on the health effects of soy consumption is mixed and ongoing.
Allergen info
Soy is one of the 9 major allergens identified by the FDA. Soy meal is derived directly from soybeans.
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