Soy
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In many countries, people are
living longer than ever before. However, a longer life span may
also increase your chances of developing the chronic diseases that
can accompany aging.
Prevention is the key to improved
health throughout your life. Diet is an essential element in any
program of disease prevention. As scientists work to identify
which foods and substances in foods may benefit health and prevent
disease, an increasing amount of research attention is focusing on
soy protein.
Soy Protein and Cardiovascular
Disease
Considerable evidence supports a
role for soy protein in reducing the risk of cardiovascular
disease, the number one killer of adults.
Soy Protein and Bone Health
Good bone health throughout life
helps prevent osteoporosis - a major cause of disability in later
years. Research suggests that consuming soy protein may help
protect bones from becoming weak and brittle as you age.
Soy Protein and Cancer
Although heart disease kills more
people, many individuals are more afraid of cancer.
Epidemiological (population) studies suggest that soy protein may
have a role in reducing the risk of certain cancers.
Additional Health Benefits of
Soy Protein
Other potential health benefits of
soy protein are currently under investigation. These areas of
research include soy protein and diabetes, weight management, and
kidney disease. In addition, studies of the antioxidant activities
of the bioactive molecules occurring naturally in soy protein cut
across several disease states.
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