Soy And Depression
The soybean has been a part of the human diet for almost 5,000 years. Unlike most plant foods, the soybean is high in protein and is considered equivalent to animal foods in terms of the quality of the protein it contains.
Function
Soy in your diet can lower cholesterol. There are many scientific studies that support this conclusion. In fact, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) agreed that 25 grams per day of soy protein, as part of a diet low in saturated fat and cholesterol,...
Read moreMore information on "Soy And Depression"
From Our Experts
Soy for Hot Flashes? Read This First
Do you take an aromatase inhibitor (Femara, Arimidex, Aromasin) to prevent breast cancer recurrence? Do you also take one of those... Read more »
Soy and Your Heart: The Truth Behind the Hype
Soy products have been a subject of regular discussion, and wide debate down through the years, and it seems that confusing claims about... Read more »
SOY-anara!
Over the weekend, a woman at the young survivors conference (the 9th Annual Conference for Young Women Affected by Breast Cancer) asked an... Read more »
How do you balance your depression meds against your migraines?
Full Question: How do you balance your depression meds against your migraines?I have been to 5 neurologists for treatment for my migraines.... Read more »
Mental Health Awareness Month: Increase Omega 3's to Decrease...
Although there are many degrees, causes and treatments for depression, studies show that there may be a connection between omega-3 levels... Read more »
From Our Sources
Depression Issues: What are the causes of depression and the r...
Altered neurotransmitter (serotonin, norepinephrine, and dopamine) levels are responsible for clinical depression symptoms in many people. Diets low... Read more »
Soy may protect against COPD
Eating soy-containing foods such as tofu, soy milk, and miso may protect people from developing lung disease, including COPD, experts say. The study... Read more »
Soy foods may prevent hip fractures
Soy foods may help postmenopausal women avoid hip fractures, a new study suggests. Scientists in Singapore found that women who ate a moderate amount... Read more »
Study: Soy's Effect on Hot Flashes 'Inconclusive'
After reviewing 19 published studies, researchers say there is not enough evidence to prove that soy is effective at fighting hot flashes. Soy... Read more »
Soy Does Not Fight Fat After Menopause, Study Finds
According to a new study, the estrogen-like compounds called isoflavones found in soy do not help limit the accumulation of body fat in women who... Read more »
Featuring Content From:
By using this service, you accept our Terms of Use. Please read them. The consumer health information on is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice or treatment for any medical conditions. You should promptly seek professional medical care if you have any concern about your health, and you should always consult your physician before starting a fitness regimen. Copyright © 2012 Remedy Health Media, LLC. All Rights Reserved.
