Soy lecithin is a brown-yellow substance extracted from soybean oil during processing. It is a mixture of phospholipids and other phospholipid compounds. Soy lecithin is used in the kitchen for cooking different dishes, desserts, soups, foams, and sauces. Even though it doesn’t bring many health benefits, it’s extensively used for its delicious and pleasant appearance on foods. […]
Given that soy lecithin is one of the most often used food additives on the market right now, if you read the ingredients on your food labels, you’ve probably come across it. Both traditional and specialty grocery stores carry soy lecithin. But how much soy lecithin is ideal for you? In a nutshell, lecithin does […]
Soy lecithin is derived from raw soybeans. Many people wonder if it contains soy, and the answer is yes. The oil is extracted first using a chemical solvent, such as hexane, and then processed through a process known as degumming. The lecithin is separated and then dried. Soy lecithin contains very low levels of soy […]
To live our most healthy lives, it is sometimes necessary to supplement a healthy diet with other minerals, vitamins, or nutrients. These types of supplements can help us to address specific health issues in a natural way. Lecithin is one such supplement which can provide an array of health benefits. This quick guide will provide […]
Trying to read the ingredients list on some foods can feel like reading a passage from a science textbook or even a sci-fi novel. It is important to know the ingredients in food not only because of potential allergies but also to have an awareness of how ingredients work, so we can make our own […]