Vignette #2 Maggie and Her Mom Are in the Supermarket

Vignette #2 Maggie and her mom are in the supermarket shopping for dinner. Maggie wants to try soy burgers for dinner. Her mother says, "What is the big deal about soy? Why should we try soy burgers or other vegetarian-type foods?" Maggie has learned about the benefits of vegetarian eating patterns while taking a nutrition course and begins to explain to her mom why soy might be good for both of them. Let's see if you know as much as Maggie about soy and other vegetarian nutrition considerations by answering the following questions.
What is special about soy protein?

A) It contains most of the amino acids necessary for protein synthesis.
B) It is the only vegetable food that is a complete protein.
C) It can raise blood cholesterol levels when added to an omnivorous diet.
D) It is lower in calories than most other vegetables.
E) It is high in carbohydrates but low in fiber.