edamame - friend or foe?

[Fiddleman 4,376]

The vegetable seems innocent enough and sports 9 grams of Fiber, 11 grams of Protein and a lot of Vitamins for a 1/2 cup. However, the same 1/2 cup also has 120 calories and 13 grams of carbs. Granted we are not going to be eating 1/2 cup, but that is a lot of calories for a green vegetables.

They also tend to slide a bit so may cause a calorie surplus if you really love them. I happen to like them and had about 25-30 pods for lunch. Average was 3-4 lumps in a pod.

What do you think: friend or foe?

[Museum-Mama 196]

friend....if you are getting your exercise completed like you should.

[Andi 78]

I think that they are an example of a lot of nutritional bang for your buck & a good friend.

[delta_girl 931]

friend.

And a great go-to when eating out at asian restaurants. Much better option than the chips and dip or bread typically served at most restaurants.

I like to order edamame and miso for my meal

[newat52 1,612]

I have not had them yet but I love edamame! I was thinking they would be a great snack if I needed a little pick me up. I am thinking since the our goal is Protein first, the fiber gets tossed by the wayside and that edamame would be an excellent choice! I have not experienced any slider issues and have avoided foods that I thought would, so If ya care to be the guiena pig for me, it would be mucho appreciated!

[vsginnj 415]

I planted soy Beans this year.

[Wls4me 163]

Friend for sure. May be a great pre workout fuel with the carbs in it. As a female I'm cautious about the amount of soy I eat due to the risk of female cancers. As with everything, moderation.

[notmeanymore 629]

I heart edamane so much! I used to eat it 3 or 4 times a week before surgery. I havent had any post surgery yet so thanks for reminding me how awesome it is. Its full of goodness!! I tend to struggle with getting in all my calories, especially on days I go to yoga so the extra calories for me really arent an issue. I think Ill have some tonight Thanks Fiddleman.

[Takingcontrol 467]

I have had them a few times, but I try & stay away...too many carbs for me.

[enigmachik 403]

Friend. I'd rather spend 120 calories on a half cup of edamame, than 200 calories on a Protein Bar full of sugar and additives.

[Takingcontrol 467]

Friend. I'd rather spend 120 calories on a half cup of edamame, than 200 calories on a Protein bar full of sugar and additives.

I totally agree. I Do keep a Premier Protein Bar with me...but only for emergencies when I feel my sugar drop...& I NEVER eat the whole bar....just a couple of bites & I'm good!

[kczar 166]

I couldn't get into edamame. I think it's because I remember reading here that someone actually got a bezoar from them. That's basically a fur ball caused by the fibers in the raw soy bean. I don't know how much you have to eat for this to happen, but it freaked me out. I'm sure that the roasted versions don't have an issue.

[nsquared 232]

Friend for sure! I love edamame and it is an easy source of Protein.< /p>

[Fiddleman 4,376]

I couldn't get into edamame. I think it's because I remember reading here that someone actually got a bezoar from them. That's basically a fur ball caused by the fibers in the raw soy bean. I don't know how much you have to eat for this to happen' date=' but it freaked me out. I'm sure that the roasted versions don't have an issue.[/quote']

Hmm, that has got to be these 1/1000000 scenarios right? It sounds like one those old trekie episodes about tribbles. Lol.

[Houston17 115]

Is 13 the net carbs after subtracting the fiber? If not, 4 net carbs wouldn't be bad.