Nutrition
Health benefits of Soya chunks
Soya chunks with rice
- Acts as a meat substitute
Vegetarians and those who suffer from protein deficiency can incorporate soya chunks into their diet. They help to make up for the recommended value of protein without tampering with one’s traditions.
Each 100 gram serving has 345 calories with 52 grams of protein. It indeed qualifies as an alternative to meat, yet provides extra protein as compared to chicken and lamb.
- Promotes heart health
Soya chunks are rich in protein, omega3 fatty acids, fibre and low in saturated fat.
Also, a 2015 study published in the Molecules journal talks about the benefits of soya and its ability to lower the levels of bad cholesterol in the body. Thus, in addition, good cholesterol prevents several heart ailments, making soya chunks a heart-friendly food.
- Aids in weight loss
This unique plant based protein is known to reduce body weight and fat mass. The fibre content in soya chunks keeps hunger at bay. In addition, they can keep you full for long hours.
Soya chunks have a greater thermogenic effect (energy needed above the basal metabolic rate to digest, absorb and metabolize food) than carbohydrates. Thus, when taken in correct proportions, soya chunks can aid in your weight loss journey.
- It helps to reduce menopausal symptoms
Many women going through the menopause phase have hot flashes, night sweats, trouble sleeping, vaginal dryness, and mood swings. Dozens of small studies have looked at the effects of soy on these symptoms, especially hot flashes.
Soy chucks are rich in isoflavones, it’s a type of phytoestrogen. These are believed to work like estrogen and thus ease out symptoms of menopause.
- Regulates hormonal imbalance in women
Due to phytoestrogens in soya chunks, women with irregular hormonal activity can eat soya chunks regularly.
In particular, postmenopausal women and those suffering from PCOS benefit the most. It imitates estrogen and regulates the menstrual cycle in women.
- Improves digestive health
Both animal and human studies have shown that consumption of soy foods can increase the levels of bifidobacteria and lactobacilli in the gut, thus enhancing gut health.
- Contains anti-inflammatory properties
Consumption of soy foods has been shown to have beneficial effects on multiple aspects of human health, including reduced risk of inflammation-related diseases, such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and certain cancers.
- Regulates blood sugar levels
Soybean can be extremely beneficial for diabetics and should definitely be added to their diet.
A study from the University of Massachusetts Amherst found that soybean is rich in bioactive compounds known as isoflavones. These compounds are responsible for lowering the risk of diabetes and heart diseases. More importantly, the study noted that consuming soy-based foods can lead to a decrease in blood sugar levels and even improve tolerance of glucose in those who have been diagnosed with diabetes.
Source: https://www.healthifyme.com/
In March 2025, world leaders gathered in Paris for the Nutrition for Growth (N4G) Summit, the most important global gathering on malnutrition of the decade. Over $30 billion in new financial commitments were pledged globally by more than 170 actors from 82 countries. Ghana was there. Ghana made commitments. The question now is: are those commitments enough, and will they be delivered?
Ghana made 10 commitments at the 2025 N4G Summit. One of the most significant is a pledge to spend at least $6 million annually from 2026 for the procurement of essential nutrition commodities including ready-to-use therapeutic food (RUTF), multiple micronutrient supplements (MMS), iron-folic acid tablets, vitamin A supplements, and anthropometric equipment for measuring child growth.
This financial commitment is meaningful. For years, Ghana’s nutrition programmes have depended heavily on donor funding, leaving services vulnerable to aid cuts and supply disruptions. A domestic budget line for nutrition commodities signals a shift toward ownership and sustainability. It also directly supports Ghana’s Nutrition for Growth commitments from the 2021 Tokyo Summit, several of which remain off track.
The Bigger Picture
The 2025 N4G Summit was about more than funding. It called for systemic change: embedding nutrition in food systems, health coverage, climate resilience, and gender equality. Every dollar invested in nutrition is estimated to return $16 to the local economy. Yet malnutrition still costs Ghana an estimated 6.4 per cent of its GDP annually. That is not a public health statistic. It is an economic emergency.
The National Development Planning Commission (NDPC) has acknowledged that converting summit outcomes into actionable change requires transparent policy dialogue and locally driven solutions.
Commitments made in Paris must be tracked, funded, and implemented in Ghana’s communities. Programmes must move from pilot scale to national coverage. That will not happen without sustained political will, dedicated domestic financing, and public accountability.
Commitments made on global stages matter. But they only become meaningful when they translate into services in communities. The question is not what Ghana promised in Paris. It is what Ghana delivers at home.
Feature article by Women, Media and Change under its Nourish Ghana: Advocating for Increased Leadership to Combat Malnutrition project
Cabbage is very rich in fibre, the main supplier of roughage. This helps the body retain water and it maintains the bulkiness of the food as it moves through the bowels.
Thus, it is a good remedy for constipation and other digestion-related problems.
Ingredients
-1 large cabbage
– 4 large fresh tomatoes
– 1 large onion
– Pepper
-Garlic
-2 large salmon
-1 tin of mackerel
-2 large green pepper
-Salt to taste
Preparation
-Chop cabbage roughly and wash in a large pot of water
-Pour vinegar on it and wait until you make other preparations. Then drain.
-Heat coconut oil in a saucepan over medium heat
-Cook and stir onion in hot oil until onion turns dark brown.
-Blend tomatoes, green pepper, garlic and onion and add to the oil
-Add tomato paste, mackerel and salmon to stew
-Add cabbage, stir and cover to cook for 7 – 10 minutes
-Allow to simmer when it is soft and serve with rice, yam etc.
