FOOD NEWS: Is Soy Hazardous To Our Health? Experts Weigh In!

Where do you stand on the Soy debate?

Some people stand on a mountain top to sing soy's praises while others spout cautionary tales of cancer and rising infertility.

As a widely used substitute for food allergies and intolerances  soy has become a staple in many people's diets. It has also become one of our nation's biggest crops!

Where do you stand on the debate? Vote at the below link and then read opinions from two leading experts.

Click Here to caste your vote!

Soy Substitutes

Following are some soy substitutes that are useful for cooking and baking:

Soy Oil
• Canola Oil
• Olive Oil
• Corn Oil

Soy Margarines
• Butter
• Earth Balance Soy Free Natural Buttery Spread

Soy Sauce
• Olive Brine
• Umeboshi Vinegar (Ume Plum Vinegar)
• Balsamic Vinegar + salt
• South River Miso (Chick Pea based Miso)

Teriyaki Sauce
Combine all ingredients. Makes about 1 Cup of sauce.
      • 3 Tb Olive Oil
      • 2 Tb Balsamic Vinegar
      • 2 Tb White Balsamic Vinegar
      • 1/4 cup Lemon or Orange juice
      • 1/4 cup Water
      • 3 Tb Brown Sugar
      • 3 Tb Fresh Ginger, minced
      • 3 Tb Fresh Garlic, minced

Soybean Paste (Miso)
• South River Miso (Chick Pea based Miso)