Question:
Is Tofu ok for us to eat and does it have good protien content?

I am almost 4 months out(Lap-RNY) and am looking for more variety in lunch food. thsi heath food store makes great stuff and some of it uses tofu.Just curious if it is good for us to eat tofu. Thanks    — jwd430 (posted on September 25, 2003)

September 25, 2003
Tofu is a great source of soy protein, but soy is not nearly as good as whey protein - so it is good for you (much better than say a chocolate shake!) but not the #1 best.
   — bethybb

September 25, 2003
I think Tofu is great! I get the firm one, drain it in paper towel, cut into little cubes, put about a teaspoon of oil in the pain and fry them up. I add soy sauce while they are frying and some garlic. There is so many other good recipes with Tofu, and it has a decent amount of protein in it and low calories.. I am 3 wks out and I think it is also soft enough to chew very well..
   — baybekmbrly

September 25, 2003
Tofu is a good source of protein, though whey protein (such as whey protein shakes) is better. There's some controversy over whether tofu interferes with the proper functioning of the thyroid, but in moderate amounts, I think it's a good protein alternative to add to your menu. Always check the label, though, for the carb content -- I like certain tofu foods, but often, I notice there are as many carb grams (or a little more) as there are protein grams in some of the tofu dishes I like. But, variety's a good thing. Enjoy!
   — Suzy C.

September 26, 2003
Julian: I eat a tofu with eggplant in garlic sauce dish at least once a week from Panda Express. It's yummy & high in protein. Obviously, if you can make it yourself, it's just as yummy & at least you'll know what's in it.
   — Amy A.