Phil Filipek
01-22-2001, 09:48 PM
I drink alot of Soy milk with my protein shakes. I've heard that soy promotes estrogen, does anyone know if this is really true? Thanks.
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Mattsmummum
02-11-2001, 10:12 PM
I'm taking Soy for Menopausal symptoms, so your statement about estrogen might have meaning. This was recommended by my Chiropractor and my primary physician. I had started to have night sweats and sleeplessness. I can honestly say that I'm not having a problem with either of these now. I do not plan on taking any estrogen replacement during menopause. I've read several books on Menopause Without Medicine and I'm sticking to the Soy.
Harry
02-13-2001, 12:28 AM
Hi Phil,
My wife takes a soy product --isoflavones as a menopause supplement in place of Premarin an estrogen drug. The box says each tablet contains the same amount of isoflavones as 1/2 lb. of tofu. I eat tofu and drink soy milk on a regular basis but not daily. I don't think soy promotes estrogen but it is a complete protein --I think it's good for you and reseach is being conducted to uncover the many health benefits.
I have read some about soy and it's health benefits. Isoflavones are a weak estogen in the body. It promotes health ----because it slows the action of our body's estrogen.As you may know if your body produces too much the harmone estrogen it can be harmful.This weaker phyto- estrogen does not promote excess cell growth that could concievable lead to complications. One Doc wrote that soy (isoflavones) may have a meaningful role in preventing prostate diseases. And, it is a low fat , no-cholestrol food that can assist in fighting heart disease. I'm for using it!!! :D
God Bless---Harry
[This message has been edited by Harry (edited 02-12-2001).]
My wife takes a soy product --isoflavones as a menopause supplement in place of Premarin an estrogen drug. The box says each tablet contains the same amount of isoflavones as 1/2 lb. of tofu. I eat tofu and drink soy milk on a regular basis but not daily. I don't think soy promotes estrogen but it is a complete protein --I think it's good for you and reseach is being conducted to uncover the many health benefits.
I have read some about soy and it's health benefits. Isoflavones are a weak estogen in the body. It promotes health ----because it slows the action of our body's estrogen.As you may know if your body produces too much the harmone estrogen it can be harmful.This weaker phyto- estrogen does not promote excess cell growth that could concievable lead to complications. One Doc wrote that soy (isoflavones) may have a meaningful role in preventing prostate diseases. And, it is a low fat , no-cholestrol food that can assist in fighting heart disease. I'm for using it!!! :D
God Bless---Harry
[This message has been edited by Harry (edited 02-12-2001).]