Children can be seen suffering from obesity, diabetes, and even osteoporosis, all stemming from lack of awareness and exposure to unhealthy foods. Because childhood and adolescence are critical times of brain and bone growth, as well as the most susceptible period for forming beneficial consumption habits, children of all ages need to be educated on what they are putting into their mouth.

Children who are allergic to milk protein can pour soy milk over cereal or enjoy soy non-dairy frozen desserts. In addition, those allergic to peanuts and wheat can seek help from the versatile soy products like soy nut butter and jelly sandwich or roasted soy nuts as a snack. Soy chips can be a treat for kids with wheat allergies. Less than 1% of children have allergies to soy and most outgrow their soy allergies in time.

Plus, soy veggie-burgers and soy cream cheese contain lower amounts of saturated fats, cholesterol, and calories than meat and dairy products made with whole milk. Because soy foods are low in fat, high in fiber and protein, they can provide children with the right balance in nutrition without the unnecessary calorie intake.