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Published on: 10/29/2007
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"I feel like everything else in America, we overdo soy," said Roxanne Davis-Cote, registered dietitian at Beaufort Memorial Hospital.
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Many vegetarians and vegans, said Davis-Cote, do just that.Because soy has gone mainstream, grocery stores now offer a plethora of meat alternatives.But soy doesn't necessarily equal healthy, she cautioned.
"Smart Turkey, tofu dogs, veggie burgers -- they're all vegan, but they contain significant amounts of salt," said Davis-Cote.
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Vegans and vegetarians, said Davis-Cote, need to implement more protein-laden beans, nuts and grains into their eating routine.For those open to some limited proteins, egg whites and lean dairy products are sources of complete proteins, also.
"I feel like there's some ways you can do (a vegan diet) healthily," said Davis-Cote.
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"I don't think caution is a good word," said Davis-Cote, voicing skepticism on soy's harmful potential.