Soy Flour
and the Benefits of Soy
Use soy flour to boost the nutrition of the dog treat ingredients that you use in your homemade dog treats. The benefits of soy include being almost a complete protein and being rich in B vitamins and calcium. Popular for livestock feeds, soybeans will add nutrients and protein to your homemade healthy dog treats.
Photo by Scott Robinson of Rockville, MD
Soybeans date back to ancient China, 2800 B.C., when they first appeared in written records. Only recently (since World War II) have Americans become interested in using soybean products for humans and not just livestock. There is a good reason that we should consider soy products as a healthy ingredient for our dog treats. The soybean is the vegetable that almost provides the complete protein necessary for good health. - Rich in B vitamins and calcium, and lower in carbohydrates than any other bean, soy is enjoyed by many vegetarians.
- Soy flour and beans also contain pectin, which helped slow appetites in overweight people in controlled tests, helping them to feel satisfied with less food—and thus lose weight!
- In animal studies, soy actually slowed the progress of breast cancer. Soy products are often found in dog food ingredients.
- Since soy does not contain gluten, it can be used in hypoallergenic dog treats for dogs who can't eat gluten.
Some more progressive grocery stores carry soy products in the baking section with flours. If yours does not have it, you will be able to purchase the flour in a health food store. Since it is fairly delicate, especially in the summer months, it's best to refrigerate this flour. Why not consider adding soy to your next homemade quality dog treats? Here are some healthy dog treats recipes to try:
Although it may be a little hard to find, the benefits of soy flour and other soy products make the effort worthwhile.
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