Key Takeaways:

• Focuses on soy foods (tofu, miso, tempeh, shoyu, etc.) as central components of macrobiotic and East Asian diets.
• Explains how soy can serve as a versatile, economical protein source in largely plant-based meals, replacing meat in many dishes.
• Uses soy to illustrate broader macrobiotic themes: balance, simplicity, and using traditional foodways as models for modern health.