Soy sauce is 'harmful oil', not only toxic but also carcinogenic? Look at those who dare not eat soy sauce.
The WeChat family group is so lively every day, my aunt and my mother started discussing soy sauce in the group again.
The soy sauce at home was almost gone. Originally, my mother wanted to ask relatives in the group which brand of soy sauce is better. As soon as the news came out, my aunt responded quickly, saying that their family stopped eating soy sauce for a long time. Soy sauce can cause cancer.
My mother disagreed, thinking that what my aunt heard was all rumors, and the soy sauce that everyone eats, how could it be said that cancer causes cancer?
1. Is soy sauce toxic or carcinogenic?
The claim that soy sauce is carcinogenic is actually mainly related to 4-methylimidazole in the pigment, and the color in soy sauce is related to caramel pigment. In industrially produced caramel pigments, there is basically a carcinogen 4-methylimidazole. Does soy sauce really cause cancer?
The national standard on food additives stipulates that the content of 4-methylimidazole in caramel coloring cannot exceed 200mg/kg . The United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization and the World Health Organization Joint Food Additives Committee pointed out that the edible amount of 4-methylimidazole should not exceed 200 mg/kg. It will not cause human health problems, so as long as you choose soy sauce purchased through regular channels, it is very safe to eat normally.
2. What is the difference between soy sauce, dark soy sauce, light soy sauce, and extremely fresh?
Soy sauce, dark soy sauce, light soy sauce, and extremely fresh flavor are all commonly used condiments, but many people do not understand the difference between them, so what are the differences between these kinds of condiments?
There will be some differences in the production process of soy sauce in the north and the south. The south generally chooses liquid fermentation, and the north is generally suitable for solid fermentation. The soy sauce that is extracted for the first time during fermentation is called head-sucking, the soy sauce that is extracted the second time is called second-sucking, and the soy sauce that is extracted the third time is called triple-sucking.
After mixing the first, second and third oil in a certain proportion, the light soy sauce is formed, which is relatively light in color, but has more umami substances and better quality.
Concentrating all the soy oil further produces dark soy sauce, which is relatively darker in color, and some have caramel added for color.
Ordinary soy sauce is between light soy sauce and dark soy sauce, with a strong taste and a bit salty.
Weijixian belongs to light soy sauce, but it contains fresh additives, which can be used to replace monosodium glutamate.
3. How to choose good soy sauce?
There are many brands and types of soy sauce on the market, so how to choose a good soy sauce?
- Choose brewed soy sauce
When choosing soy sauce, you must carefully observe the label. It is best to choose brewed soy sauce. This soy sauce is generally fermented from soybeans and other raw materials, which is more nutritious and the material is also natural.
- Pay attention to the value of amino acid nitrogen
In addition to looking at the label of brewed soy sauce, you should also pay attention to the value of amino acid nitrogen. Generally, the higher the value, the higher the quality of the soy sauce and the better the umami.
- Identify "Formulated Materials"
To learn to look at the raw materials of soy sauce, it is recommended to choose soy sauce with soybean and wheat as raw materials, which is relatively nutritious and high in quality.
Some people believe in rumors and think that eating soy sauce will cause cancer. In fact, they mainly choose regular products and do not need to worry about the risk of cancer. However, there are many categories of soy sauce on the market, and choosing the right product is the key. It is recommended to choose brewed soy sauce when purchasing, pay more attention to amino acid nitrogen, and choose soy sauce with raw materials such as soybeans and wheat.
References:
[1] May cause carcinogens in soy sauce? ! Are you really eating the right soy sauce every day? .CCTV Life Circle.2017-01-14
[2] There are so many differences between light soy sauce, dark soy sauce, soy sauce, and extremely fresh flavor! Tell your mom, it's healthy to eat like this! . Eat three meals a day. 2020-05-11
[3] If you eat too much soy sauce, will your skin turn black and cause cancer? Soy sauce: I don't recite this pot. Guangdong Second Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine. 2018-07-30
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