Soy foods are not only delicious, but they offer powerful health benefits as well 🌱
Despite the myths, research has shown that women who consume soy daily have a 30% lower risk of breast cancer [1], and men who include soy in their diet have a reduced risk of prostate cancer [2]. And that’s just the beginning.
Remember, it’s still important to consume a variety of plant foods for the best health outcomes, but soy can absolutely play a role in a healthy diet.
For more information, watch Dr. Barnard’s longer video on soy titled “Is Soy Dangerous.”
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References:
[1] Wu AH, Yu MC, Tseng CC, Pike MC. Epidemiology of soy exposures and breast cancer risk. Br J Cancer. 2008;98:9-14. doi:10.1038/sj.bjc.6604145
[2] Yan L, Spitznagel EL. Soy consumption and prostate cancer risk in men: a revisit of a meta-analysis. Am J Clin Nutr. 2009;89:1155-1163. doi:10.3945/ajcn.2008.27029
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