Urinary tract infection remains an important problem for patients with spinal cord injury. Interventions used to promote bladder emptying and maintain low-pressure voiding have variable risks for urinary tract infection. Asymptomatic bacteriuria is common in this population and should not be treated.
Good source of protein. Edamame (ed-ah-mah-may) is a complete protein containing all the essential amino acids. Seapoint Farms Edamame is a good source of protein, fiber, essential fatty acids, and isoflavones (found only in soy). One serving of Seapoint Farms Edamame provides 35 mg of isoflavones.
Fresh edamame and dried field soybeans also contain the polyunsaturated omega-6 and omega-3 fatty acids linoleic acid and alpha-linolenic acid. These essential fatty acids help to regulate the functioning of lipoproteins that carry cholesterol in your blood.Including edamame in your diet is a healthy alternative to low-fiber foods and foods high in saturated animal fats.damame is prepared from specialty soybeans picked when they are still green. If your blood cholesterol levels are a little high, try popping open a few pods of edamame as a snack instead of grabbing for a handful of chips or pretzels. Do so on a regular basis could help push your blood cholesterol levels down.