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The Soy Connection for Health Professionals

Health & Nutrition - Winter 2017 - Vol 25, No 1 Facts vs. Myths

In This Issue:

  • Health concerns about the consumption of soyfoods are based almost exclusively on in vitro and animal studies. In contrast, the overwhelming amount of evidence from clinical and epidemiologic studies refutes these concerns and directly supports the safety and potential benefits of soy consumption. The human data show that with few exceptions, such as those who are allergic to soy protein, soyfoods can make an important contribution to an overall healthful diet.
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Polyunsaturated Fat Favorably Affects Glycemic Control

The health impacts of dietary fat and carbohydrate are hotly debated topics. Although health authorities are continuing to recommend that saturated fat (SFA) intake be reduced from current levels there has been recent controversy about the relationship between SFA and coronary heart disease (CHD) risk. Read More

Solid Research Counters Common Myths About Soy

By Mark Messina, PhD, MS, There continues to be confusion among consumers about the health attributes of soyfoods. To this point, a recent survey found that whereas the vast majority of health professionals view soyfoods very positively, little more than half of the public agrees. Four specific concerns about soyfood use are addressed below. They are misconceptions about male feminization, soy and breast cancer, thyroid function and fertility. First, the overall conclusion or takeaway is presented on each topic, and then the evidence underlying the concern is discussed, followed by a summary of the evidence refuting the concern. Read More

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