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to the delay or slow-growth of the tumor, which could lead to a significant reduction of deaths. It has been suggested by the International Prostate Health Council that due to soy foods having Isoflavones, this may be a contributing factor to the low mortality rate of prostate cancer in Japan. Certainly, there is evidence that soy isoflavones regulate cancer-related cellular processes.
Heart Disease Soy foods can be highly beneficial in the fight against heart disease. Firstly, they are low in saturated fats but high in polyunsaturated fats; they can also help reduce cholesterol. Soy foods provide a beneficial change in fatty acid content within a diet and this is due to being a good source of omega-3 fatty acids, specifically alpha-linolenic acid( ALA). In addition, soy may reduce CHD risks and may lower triglyceride levels.
Bone Health Soy isoflavones may help prevent bone loss and thus reduce the risk of osteoporosis. The isoflavone genistein inhibits the breakdown of bones and may mimic the effect estrogen has in maintaining bone tissue. Soy is not high in calcium levels but by replacing animal proteins and incorporating soy protein, it may serve to prevent calcium loss. Consuming soybeans has been shown to help prevent mineral loss and as a result leads to the decreased pain of arthritis.
Lowers Cholesterol In addition to having a complete protein profile, soybeans do not have any artery-clogging cholesterol and whatever fat they do have, it is unsaturated – another added benefit. In fact, substituting animal protein with soybeans can help reduce cholesterol levels. It turns out just 25 grams of soy protein lowers LDL( bad) cholesterol and helps elevate HDL( good) cholesterol. Soybeans are definitely a part of a heart-healthy eating plan.
Healthy Colon One of the most common causes of death is colon cancer and that involves the digestive tract. Soybeans play an important role in kee-
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