soybean milk
Also known as: soy milk
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Soy milk, also known as soya milk, is a high-protein liquid made from ground, cooked soybeans suspended in water. It is often fortified with calcium and vitamins and serves as a substitute for dairy milk.12
The soybean (Glycine max) is a legume originating in East Asia, now a major global crop. It is a rich source of vegetable protein and oil. Soy milk is one of many ways soybeans are consumed, alongside tofu, soy sauce, and tempeh. In the Western world, processing often removes the "beany" taste and antinutritive factors.34
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