The Two Sides of Soy
In the last few years, we have witnessed a tremendous
growth in the sales of soyfoods. This is partially due to the FDA awarding
health claim status to certain soy proteins that support heart health.
However, sales have also been driven by studies indicating that soy can help
with diabetes and kidney problems, help prevent osteoporosis, alleviate
menopausal symptoms, and be protective against cancer. If you follow the news,
you’ve probably gotten an earful about soy and soyfoods. This includes a
feature on 20/20 (June 9, 2000) which covered contradictory soy research and
cautioned, "There are now some serious questions being raised about this
miracle food." If you’re feeling confused, you’re not alone. It can
be difficult to make lifestyle changes in the face of often conflicting
scientific information. In this issue, major aspects of the soy controversy
are explored in an effort to clarify the current confusion.
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Keywords: Aging, Brain, Breast
cancer, Cancer, Cholesterol, Estrogen, Genistein, Goiter, Heart disease,
Hypothyroidism, Isoflavones, Menopause, Miso, Osteoporosis, Phytates, Phytic
acid, Phytoestrogen, Prostate cancer, Protease, Soy protein, Soy, Soymilk,
Tempeh, Thyroid, Tofu, Trypsin, Vegetarian diet
Topics: Who’s on Third?, Heart Health, Soy Magic?,
Soy Many Questions, Soy and Cancer, Breast Cancer, For Men Only, Closing
Remarks
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