Place the beef filet mignon on the unheated rack of the broiler pan. Using the following timings, broil the meat, turning once halfway through the broiling time: For a 1-inch filet cut, broil 12 to 14 minutes for medium rare (145 degrees F) or 15 to 18 minutes for medium (160 degrees F).
Background. 1  This fact sheet focuses on the use of soy by adults for health purposes. 2  Soy, a plant in the pea family, has been common in Asian diets for thousands of years. 3  Soy products are used for menopausal symptoms, bone health, improving memory, high blood pressure, and high cholesterol levels.
Soy contains protein, isoflavones, and fiber, all thought to provide health benefits. Soy is an excellent source of dietary protein, including all essential amino acids. Soy is also a source of lecithin or phospholipid. Soy isoflavones and lecithin have been studied scientifically for numerous health conditions.Isoflavones such as genistein are believed to have estrogen-like effects in the body, and as a result are sometimes called phytoestrogens..oy contains protein, isoflavones, and fiber, all thought to provide health benefits. Soy is an excellent source of dietary protein, including all essential amino acids. Soy is also a source of lecithin or phospholipid. Soy isoflavones and lecithin have been studied scientifically for numerous health conditions.