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Is it safe to have Soybean during pregnancy?

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I really like soybean. Should I limit my consumption during pregnancy?

Soybean - also known as 

Soya bean,
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I really like soybean. Should I limit my consumption during pregnancy

While you can consume soybean during pregnancy for the storehouse of nutrients that it is, you must be cautious of your amount you consume. When pregnant, half a cup of tofu or a cup of soymilk daily is fine. Beyond this quantity, soy can interfere with your digestion and cause nausea, diarrhea, or constipation.

Good source of
Calcium, Folate, Iron, Magnesium, Manganese, Niacin, Phosphorus, Potassium, Selenium, Vitamin B1, Vitamin B2, Vitamin B6, Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Vitamin K, Zinc,
May contain harmful elements like...
Isoflavones, Phytoestrogens
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