What nutrients does tofu contain?!
Answers: Like everyone esle said, tofu is a great source of protein, iron and calcium. But I wanted to chime in to correct the girl who said it has no calories. That's utter nonsense. It's a low calorie food, but the 14 oz package in my fridge says it's 5 servings at 70 calories a pop, meaning the whole brick is 350 calories.
Tofu originated in ancient China,[1] but little else is known about the origins of tofu and its method of production. The origin is the source of some speculation and legend, but there is insufficient historical information to support such speculations. Tofu and its production technique were subsequently introduced into Japan in the Nara period (late eighth century) as well as other parts of East Asia. This spread likely coincided with the spread of Buddhism as it is an important source of proteins in the religion's vegetarian diet.[2]
Tofu is low in calories, contains beneficial amounts of iron (especially important for women of child bearing age) and has no cholesterol. Depending on the coagulant used in manufacturing, the tofu may also be high in calcium (important for bone development and maintenance), and magnesium (especially important for athletes).
You'll want to eat it mainly for vegetable protein.
and protein!
Tofu has a high protein content, is rich in iron, calcium and B vitamins.
Protein, calcium, iron, some B vitamins and a moderate amount of fat.
Tofu has protein, calcium, Iron, magnesium, soy isoflavones.
HAS NO CALORIES.
low fat,full of protiensand good for people who are vegetarians, soya is very good for health
protien, fat (the healthy kind of fat, which we NEED some of in our diet) B12, and some others...