4
Servings of Miso Clam Tofu Soup
115 Kcal per serving
20 manila clams (750g)
1 organic soft tofu (250g)
1 Tbsp dried wakame seaweed
3 scallions
2 Tbsp miso paste
2000 ml water
Do you know clams contain higher iron
than beef? It is definitely one of the
best choice for people with iron-deficiency anemia. Zero glycemic indexed clams are also
excellent choice for diabetic patients.
In addition, clams have EPA/DHA (100g, 140mg EPA/DHA), the
two omega-3 fatty acids that clinically proved to help reduce risk factors for
heart disease, including lower down blood cholesterol and blood pressure. Clams are low in calories, yet a great source
of vitamin B12, copper, selenium. Selenium is cofactors for glutathione peroxidase, an enzyme
that protects us from oxidative damages.
However, clams are high in purines that are not recommended for people
with gout attack.
With low glycemic index, Tofu
contains no cholesterol and can help reduce blood cholesterol levels, and is a
great substitute for meat protein. In
addition, tofu and soy bean paste are soy products, which contain isoflavones,
plant-derived compounds with estrogenic activity, that may help reduce
menopause symptoms in women.
The miso paste is made from fermented soybeans,
rice, and barley. Miso contains all
essential amino acids, and has tons of beneficial probiotics that can improve
our digestive functions. Studies have
shown that miso in fact can strengthen our immune system and help reducing risk
for breast, prostate, and lung cancer. Green scallions garnish, contains thiosufinates to protect us from
microbial infection and prevent colon cancer.
This bowl of soup certainly has great health benefit!
