Tofu, otherwise known as bean curd, has been touted as a miracle food especially by those practicing vegetarianism since the 1990s. After all, tofu comes from soy, a naturally protein-rich plant, and for once, individuals who were avoiding meat now found a substitute that actually tasted all right. But while tofu is indeed very rich in protein, it has components that pose considerable risks to your health.

Read further to know more about the negative effects of tofu, and why the Superhuman Food Pyramid recommends you avoid them as a source of protein. Continue reading →