HOW TO READ A LABEL FOR A SOY-FREE DIET
AVOID FOODS THAT CONTAIN SOY OR ANY OF THESE INGREDIENTS:
- Edamame
- Hydrolyzed soy protein
- Miso
- Natto
- Shoyu sauce
- Soy (soy albumin, soy fiber, soy flour, soy grits, soy milk, soy nuts, soy sprouts)
- Soya
- Soybean (curd, granules)
- Soy protein
- Soy sauce
- Tamari
- Tempeh
- Textured vegetable protein (TVP)
- Tofu
MAY INDICATE THE PRESENCE OF SOY PROTEIN:
- Asian cuisine
- Flavoring (including natural and artificial)
- Vegetable broth
- Vegetable gum
- Vegetable starch
Studies show most individuals allergic to soy may safely eat soy lecithin and soybean oil.
