2.4 g fiber
Tofu also has no sugar and 176 g of calcium, which is over 17% of what you need in a day (and you’ll probably eat more than 3.5 ounces anyway).
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Tempeh is likewise a sliceable, cookable block, but it’s made from soybeans, as opposed to soy milk.
“Often if it’s really high-quality tempeh, you can see the beans within the block,” says Cannon. “Brands really vary, and if it’s more processed, it’ll look like just a glob.”
The critical difference, nutritionally speaking: The soybeans are fermented before being pressed. “Fermentation is the process is when bacteria and yeast are used to break down the carbohydrate naturally present in the food,” says Cannon. This puts tempeh in the category of probiotic foods, alongside certain yogurts and other fermented foods like kimchi.
Tempeh vs. Tofu: Which Plant-Based Protein Is Healthier for You? Prevention 3/6/2021
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Even if you’re not up for going full-on vegetarian or vegan, there are so many reasons to move toward a more plant-based diet. Not only is eating less meat associated with a lower risk of chronic diseases such as type 2 diabetes and heart disease, it’s also better for the planet since beef production uses up a disproportionate share of the world’s resources.
The good news is, you no longer have to trek to a health food store on the outskirts of town to find plant-based options: There are loads of meat substitutes and plant-based proteins at the supermarket these days, and some are better for you than others.