Health Benefits of 8th Continent Soymilk
8th Continent Soymilk and Heart Health
8th Continent Soymilk contains ingredients that can help maintain a healthy heart:
- Lower cholesterol*
- Reduce the risk of high blood pressure**
- Reduce the risk of stroke**
You know that consuming 25g of soy protein as part of diet low in saturated fat can help lower cholesterol*. Now, all 8th Continent product contain ingredients that can also help reduce the risk of high blood pressure and stroke**.
Soymilk and Menopause – reduce the risk at a riskier time
During menopause, cholesterol levels can rise, increasing a woman’s risk for heart disease. While you’ll want to talk to your doctor, there are some things you can do to help you reduce your heart disease risk.
Soymilk and Osteoporosis – preventing bone loss
Osteoporosis is a painful disease resulting in the reduction of the density of bone. In fact, bones can become so porous and weak that they’re more likely to break. A serving of 8th Continent Soymilk contains as much calcium as a serving of dairy milk. Adequate calcium intake helps prevent bone loss.
Some other great health benefits of 8th Continent Soymilk
8th Continent is not only good for your heart health. It also contains calcium, vitamins and other ingredients that can help your whole body.
8th Continent Soymilk is Lactose Free
Unlike most dairy milks, 8th Continent Soymilk is lactose free.
Low in Fat
8th Continent soymilk is low in fat, saturated fat and has 0 grams of trans fat.
Vitamin A
8th Continent Soymilk is a good source of Vitamin A, which helps promote a healthy immune system, aids vision and is essential for healthy skin.
Riboflavin
8th Continent soymilk is an excellent source of riboflavin, which is necessary for the release of energy from food and helps keep eyes, mouth and skin healthy.
Vitamin B12
8th Continent soymilk is a good source of vitamin B12, which is necessary for proper functioning of cells.
Kosher
Kosher is the term used to describe foods that meet the requirements of the Jewish dietary laws. 8th Continent products are considered kosher. 8th Continent is certified by the Orthodox Union.
8th Continent Soymilk is Gluten Free
All 8th Continent soymilks are gluten free and can be consumed by people who are sensitive to gluten. Gluten is found in grains such as wheat, barley and rye.
8th Continent Soymilk is Vegan
Veganism is a philosophy and lifestyle that avoids using animals and animal products for food, clothing and other purposes. There are no animal components in the ingredients of 8th Continent soymilk.
*25 grams of soy protein a day, as part of a diet low in saturated fat and cholesterol, may reduce the risk of heart disease. 8th Continent soymilk contains 6.25 grams of soy protein per 8oz serving.
**Diets containing foods that are good sources of potassium and low in sodium may reduce the risk of high blood pressure and stroke.
