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THE SOY CONNECTION
HEALTH & NUTRITION INFORMATION ABOUT SOY
New Studies: Soy Appears To Benefit Cognitive Function
Animal studies and three short-term human trials have found that soyfoods and isoflavones exert beneficial effects on several aspects of cognition and memory. Although a single epidemiologic study published three years ago found tofu consumption to be associated with age-related cognitive impairment among Japanese men in Hawaii, the majority of preliminary data look encouraging and certainly justify conducting longer term studies... Read more
Animal studies and three short-term human trials have found that soyfoods and isoflavones exert beneficial effects on several aspects of cognition and memory. Although a single epidemiologic study published three years ago found tofu consumption to be associated with age-related cognitive impairment among Japanese men in Hawaii, the majority of preliminary data look encouraging and certainly justify conducting longer term studies... Read more
Soy and Mineral Bioavailability
Mineral bioavailability is a consideration regarding the impact of soyfoods on overall nutriture. This issue is particularly germane when soyfoods are substituted for animal products since red meat is an excellent source of iron and zinc, and dairy products are an excellent source of calcium. Read more
Mineral bioavailability is a consideration regarding the impact of soyfoods on overall nutriture. This issue is particularly germane when soyfoods are substituted for animal products since red meat is an excellent source of iron and zinc, and dairy products are an excellent source of calcium. Read more
Dementia History, Type, Causes Explained
As the population ages, the prevalence of cognitive impairment, known as dementia, will become an increasing burden on the health care system. While it may seem that the incidence of dementia is increasing, the reality is that older adults now have an extended life expectancy. Read more
As the population ages, the prevalence of cognitive impairment, known as dementia, will become an increasing burden on the health care system. While it may seem that the incidence of dementia is increasing, the reality is that older adults now have an extended life expectancy. Read more
Focus On Aluminum
Alumina (aluminum oxide) is one of the most abundant natural resources in the earth’s crust. It is the third most common element after oxygen and silicon. It is frequently found in cans, foil, and cookware. It is widespread in food and water supplies because of its presence in soil, water, and air. Read more
Alumina (aluminum oxide) is one of the most abundant natural resources in the earth’s crust. It is the third most common element after oxygen and silicon. It is frequently found in cans, foil, and cookware. It is widespread in food and water supplies because of its presence in soil, water, and air. Read more
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• Soy Beneficial to Cognitive Function
• Soy and Mineral Bioavailability
• Dementia Explained
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