In retrospect, I probably should have used a pot about four times size of dry soybeans, then added about two volumes of water.

My first such meal consisted of about 2 cupfuls of beans, various condiments, two slices of whole wheat bread with a light smear of SmartBalance-TM butter substitute (no trans fats), some raw carrots, and water to drink. With no condiments, bean taste is rather bland, so be willing to try various spices, herb blends, diced garlic and/or onion, pepper, a spoonful of real soy sauce, or whatever. Don't add straight salt unless you sweat a lot. And you might use some lean ground beef as a flavoring, rather than main dish.

By way, I had no after effects that people sometimes experience from eating other kinds of beans. No cramps, gas, heartburn, and also no hunger.

I would welcome soybean recipes that readers invent. Tempeh starts out with more flavor than plain soybeans, but must be purchased or made with controlled fermentation. Whole soybeans can be used right out of bag.

Psst. Hey buddy. Wanna save a buck? Wanna save your life? Then use your brains when you select your menus!

** Diet with FACTS, not MYTHS. **

In my "Easy Health Diet", I don't insist on a totally vegetarian diet. I do, however, show that it is easy to curb fat fried foods and fatty sauces, and to replace a large portion of four legged meats with traditional soy foods. Of course, moderate exercise helps, as in my "Easy Exercise All Ages."

Tip: If you can't find your cheek bones and jaw bone in mirror without using your fingers, you are FAT! If you are merely "pleasingly plump", you are still at elevated risk. You are inviting a whole host of possibly fatal diseases.

Take responsibility for your own health. And be very careful interpreting news. Statin pills and prayers do less for health than good diet and moderate exercise.

Sometimes drug companies make me sick!

Naughty, naughty, bad drug companies.

** Diet with FACTS, not MYTHS. **