Can the elderly eat tofu?

　　Can the elderly eat tofu? elderly It is not advisable to eat too much tofu.

　　Tofu is a food that is cheap, high-quality, and rich in nutritional value. However, American medical researchers have found that tofu and soy products contain a large amount of methionine. Methionine can be converted into cysteine ​​under the action of enzymes. Cysteine ​​will damage the endothelial cells of the arterial wall, making it easier for cholesterol and triglycerides to be deposited on the arterial wall, which may eventually lead to the formation of atherosclerosis.

　　In addition, tofu is cold in nature and has a cold stomach. diarrhea People who often consume large amounts of tofu will aggravate indigestion.