Acne-Safe Soy Alternatives

January 26, 2022
Posted by The Emme Diane Team
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Soy is in many processed foods and vegetarian meat-alternatives. Unfortunately, soy is a big acne trigger as it affects androgens (hormones) which can lead to hormonal acne breakouts. Along with that, soy is very high in dietary iodine, so it's best to avoid it completely.

Below are some of my favorite soy-free alternatives:

Eliminate:

Soy Milk

Replace Soy Milk with:

Almond milk
Coconut milk
Rice milk
Cashew milk
Oat milk
Macadamia milk
Hemp milk

Eliminate:

Soy Sauce

Replace Soy Sauce with:

Coconut aminos

Eliminate:

Tempeh, Tofu, Edamame, Miso, Tamarai

Replace Tempeh With:

Hempeh

I love Smiling Hara Hempeh

Bean Tempeh

Any bean and this recipe!

Replace Tofu With:

Firm Polenta

You can find firm polenta in the pasta aisle at most grocery stores
You can also get it on Amazon, here.

Burmese Chickpea Tofu

Here is a great recipe!

Blended Tofu

If tofu is blended to make a quiche or tofu-based “cheese” use one (15-oz) can of chickpeas or white beans plus 1-3 tbsp tahini for added flavor and creaminess!