Soy to Eat & Soy to Avoid-Transformation TV-Episode #023

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Soy has been touted as a health food, but other health professionals tell you to stay away. Dr. Axe clears up the soy controversy by explaining what forms of soy you should eat and what forms you should avoid.

-Soy can be healthy or harmful. It all depends on the form of soy you are consuming.

-In 1995, Monsanto began genetically modifying soybeans. In 1997, 8% of soybeans were genetically modified. In 2010, 93% of soybeans were genetically modified.

-Processed, isolated soy contains phytoestrogens, which have been linked to cancer, heart disease, and hormonal imbalance.

-Soy formulas are harmful for babies.

-Healthy alternatives for babies who cannot drink breast milk include goat milk and coconut milk formulas:

-Fermented soy contains health benefits and can help prevent cancer, reverse heart disease, promote anti-aging, and promote immune and digestive functions because it contains beneficial bacteria and probiotics.

Soy to Avoid:

-Soy Milk

-Processed Soy Proteins

-Soy Milk Formulas

Soy to Consume:

-Natto: contains Vitamin K2 to promote bone health, prevent cancer, and prevent blood-clotting

-Miso

-Tempeh

Replace soy milk with almond milk or coconut milk

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