When Climate Change Is Real Yet Soy Benefits Are Not

Mar 31, 2016

Do you shake your head in disbelief when those who deny global warming refuse to acknowledge scientific facts?

Do you believe that soy benefits and safety are suspect?

Well, you may believe climate change is real, but you, my friend, are a SOY DENIER!

Sorry, you can’t have it both ways.  Don’t get upset about people who discount evidence of global warming if YOU are going to discount the facts about soy benefits.

If you’re going to bemoan anyone who refuses to accept the overwhelming science behind the causes of global warming, then you’re going to have let go of all those soy myths.

To deny the benefits and safety of soy is to deny the overwhelming science behind both.  Read on…and also see this quick video.

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What Is Soy?

Soy is the perfect plant-based protein—it contains all 9 essential amino acids. The soybean is native to East Asia and is known mostly as an alternative to meat and dairy proteins. Soy has been a part of Asian diets for thousands of years—and for good reason. Today it is used worldwide because of its health benefits and many uses.

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Did You Know?

SOY HAS ISOFLAVONES

Soy is the richest source of isoflavones that may help protect against several chronic diseases, including osteoporosis, coronary heart disease, and certain forms of cancer.

SOY IS NOT FEMINIZING

There are rumors that soy makes men more “feminine,” but studies show that it has no effect on estrogen levels in males, and it certainly does not “feminize” them.(8)

SOY DOESN’T CAUSE BREAST CANCER

In fact, several recent studies show that soy consumption may be associated with a reduced risk of breast cancer recurrence and improved survival.(9)
VIDEO: THE TRUTH ABOUT SOY
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  8. Hamilton-Reeves JM, Vazquez G, Duval SJ, Phipps WR, Kurzer MS, Messina MJ. Clinical studies show no effects of soy protein or isoflavones on reproductive hormones in men: results of a meta-analysis. Fertil. Steril.2010, 94, 997-1007.
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About Kim Reed

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Master the Possible | Illuminating Possibilities: This blog is dedicated to the notion that success leaves clues. And, let me offer the disclaimer that none of this is new. None of my revelations are original. Certainly, beginning with the ubiquitous success reference is evidence already. I actually believe that there really is nothing new under the sun. All anyone does, especially when it comes to self-help or actualization is merely rearrange the material. If you think about it, you might say that most (all?) non-fiction writers become best-sellers because of how they organize and communicate the material. The material is not new, only their way of saying it is.

My learning comes from a myriad of sources, modalities and mentors. I strive to give credit in all cases so that readers may access the source(s) directly. I have benefited from many life pursuits including that of a professional actor. As of now, the primary learning lab is my work as a marketing, recruiting and training coordinator with TeamONE, a group in partnership with Shaklee Corporation. Thus, much reference is made within that context.

I don’t always know what I’m doing nor do I claim to be an expert. I reserve the right to get it wrong and make mistakes. I am figuring it out as I go. I believe there are many roads to greatness, many paths to God. The one that is right, is the one that’s right for you. I endeavor to share what works for me in the hope that others may have an easier road to travel. Simply put, my intention is to be an illuminator of possibilities. Shine on! ~ Kim