Amanda Howland answers “Soy has been proven to increase breast...”

Andee asked this question about How Not to Die: Discover the Foods Scientifically Proven to Prevent and Reverse Disease:

Soy has been proven to increase breast cancer risk, sometimes substantially...and you say it's exactly the opposite?

Amanda Howland Just to add to what others have said, my understanding is that there is an important difference between whole soybeans and soy protein isolate. Any wh…moreJust to add to what others have said, my understanding is that there is an important difference between whole soybeans and soy protein isolate. Any whole food is a complex package containing fiber and other nutrients that slow absorption and often isolated nutrients have a harsher effect on the body. Tofu and soy milk are considered mildly processed and have been consumed for centuries without increasing risk, so are deemed safe in moderation. (less)

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