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8 Articles - Ten Most Important Benefits of Soy
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1. Soy contains powerful antioxidants that protect cells from unstable oxygen molecules, called “free radicals” thereby helping the body fight the mechanism that triggers many forms of cancer and causes premature aging.
2. Studies have shown that women who have adequate amounts of soy Isoflavones in their diet are less likely to develop breast cancer.
3. Studies have proven that compounds in soy can inhibit the growth of prostrate cancer cells. A direct correlation has been found between men who consume soy protein and lower rates of cancer.
4. A recent study showed that Americans who make soy products a regular part of their diet have significantly lower rates of colon cancer than those who did not consume soy regularly.
5. Soy protein is easier on the kidneys than is animal protein. Soy milk may help prevent kidney damage and is helpful for people with impaired kidney function.
6. Soy bean peptides can strengthen the immune system and have a positive overall effect in fighting disease.
7. Countries that consume the most processed cow’s milk have the highest rates of osteoporosis. Japanese women have half as many hip fractures. Soy is believed to help retain bone mass.
8. A number of studies from around the world have proven soy’s ability to lower and stabilize cholesterol levels.
9. Phytoestrogens in Soy help alleviate hot flashes. Half of all menopausal women in the U.S. complain of hot flashes. In Japan the problem is so rare that there is not even a word for it.
10. According to the USFDA soy products can be effective in preventing arteriosclerosis and repairing heart disease in people of all ages.
