| Benefits and uses: Genistein and daidzein have been
well researched by scientists for their antioxidant and estrogenic properties. Isoflavones
may reduce the risk of hormone-dependent cancers, such as breast
and prostate
cancer, as well as other cancers. A review study of soy research found that 65 percent
of 26 animal-based cancer studies showed a protective effect of soy or soy isoflavones.
Human research and population studies also suggest that soy can protect against cancer as
well as heart disease. The mild estrogen activity of soy isoflavones may ease menopause
symptoms for some women, without creating estrogen-related problems, and may help regulate
hormone levels in premenopausal women. Soy isoflavones may also play a beneficial role in
preventing osteoporosis and autoimmune conditions. |
| Daily requirement:
There is no deficiency as such, but people who
do not consume soy foods will not gain the benefits of soy. |
| Deficiency risk
factors: Soy contains a compound called
phytic acid that can interfere with mineral absorption. |
| Optimal intake: The ideal intake of soy is not known.
Researchers suggest that the equivalent of one serving of soy foods per day supports good
health, and the benefits increase as soy intake increases. |
| Food sources: High levels of soy-based isoflavones are found in roasted soy
nuts, tofu, tempeh, soy milk, and some soy protein isolates. Other soyfoods include soy
flour, miso, and soy sauce. |
| Recent findings: A number of new studies have confirmed
anti-cancer effects, more
so for genistein than daidzein. Studies have also determined that soy
isoflavones can help prevent bone-loss when calcium is deficient, and they can improve
blood fat and cholesterol profiles and thus reduce the risk of heart
disease. |
| Safety: Soy products and cooked soybeans are
very safe at a wide range of intakes. A small percentage of people, however, has allergies
to soybeans and should, therefore, avoid soy products. Certain constituents in soy
interfere with thyroid function but the clinical importance of this problem remains
unclear. |
| What types of soy
isoflavone products are available?
Soyprotein powders contain isoflavones. Special soy isoflavones supplements are also
available in capsules and tablets. Some provide added digestive enzymes. |
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