"Soybeans in Family Meals," U.S. Department of Agriculture Home and Garden Bulletin No. 208, 1974
THF119248 / "Soybeans in Family Meals," U.S. Department of Agriculture Home and Garden Bulletin No. 208, 1974
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Artifact Overview
In the 1970s, scientific research linked diets high in saturated fat and cholesterol to health problems including heart disease and cancer. The United States government urged Americans to reduce their consumption of meat and encouraged alternative proteins. This recipe booklet introduced soybeans as a nutritious, versatile ingredient that provided quality protein with no cholesterol and less saturated fat than meat.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Booklet
Date Made
1974
Subject Date
1974
Place of Creation
Collection Title
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
91.147.30
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Leslie A. and Cynthia R. Miller.
Material
Paper (Fiber product)
Technique
Printing (Process)
Dimensions
Height: 9.25 in
Width: 7.938 in
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