Model Number

S-O-Y-B-E-A-N

Soybean Oil:

The soybean (U.S.) or soya bean (UK) (Glycine max) is a species of legume native to East Asia. The plant is classed as an oilseed rather than a pulse. It is an annual plant that has been used in China for 5,000 years as a food and a component of drugs. Soy contains significant amounts of all the essential amino acids for humans, and so is a good source of protein. Soybeans are the primary ingredient in many processed foods, including dairy product substitutes. The plant is sometimes referred to as greater bean or edamame, though the latter is more commonly used in English when referring to a specific dish. Soybeans are an important source of vegetable oil, and protein world wide. Soy products are the main ingredients in many meat and dairy substitutes. They are also used in to make soy sauce, and the oil is used in many industrial applications. The main producers of soy are the United States, Brazil, Argentina, and China. The beans contain significant amounts of alpha-linolenic acid, omega-6 fatty acid, and the isoflavones genistein and daidzein.