Some experts are now saying NOT to rely on soy protein or isoflavone supplements to prevent heart disease
March 2006
Some experts are now saying NOT to rely on soy protein or isoflavone supplements to prevent heart disease.
Asian diets are linked to low cardiovascular disease...causing speculation that soy or its isoflavones could reduce CV risk.
Earlier studies suggest that soy protein could decrease LDL about 20%. But these patients had VERY high cholesterol levels. They also lost weight, which can lower cholesterol.
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