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Health Benefits of Soy
Reduce Cholesterol and Heart Disease
Excess Cholesterol can build up on the walls
of arteries and block the flow of blood to the heart, causing a heart
attack. In 1999 FDA approved a heart health claim for soy protein,
stating:
"25 grams of soy protein a day as part
of a diet low in saturated fat and cholesterol may reduce the risk of
heart disease."
Fight Osteoporosis
Both women and men suffer from bone loss and
strength, but women do more so - especially after menopause. Several
studies indicate that soy protein helps women maintain and even increase
bone mass.
Resist Cancer
Statistics show a significant difference in
cancer death rates between Asians and Americans. Scientists are
looking into whether soy plays a role - Asians eat nine times as much as
Americans.
Soy research continues, but what we
have looks promising Especially when it's a part of a low-fat diet.
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