Soybeans have been cultivated in Asia for thousands of years, and have since spread across the globe. Today, soy is in so many foods that most people consume it every day without even knowing it. So, what makes soybeans so versatile? And is our global obsession healthy or harmful? Francesca Bot explores why this single plant is used in everything from mayonnaise to biodegradable plastic. [Directed by Frederico Pinto, Hype CG, narrated by Pen-Pen Chen, music by Fernando Spillari].

Francesca Bot: The ingredient in almost everything you eat

The ingredient in almost everything you eat

Soy's versatility extends from mayonnaise to biodegradable plastics, a testament to its global culinary and industrial significance.

Eating soy offers health benefits like essential amino acids and 'good' fats, but its cultivation raises environmental concerns.

The global reliance on soy beckons a sustainable approach to its production, balancing dietary benefits with ecological integrity.