SOY - OH BOY! Things to Consider About This Not-So-Healthy Health Food

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SOY - OH BOY! Things to Consider About This Not-So-Healthy " Health " Food

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People frequently ask me what I think about soy expecting that

I will respond with a simple " it's good " or " it's bad " for you.

Instead, I frequently reply with a sigh and then say " soy - oh,

boy! " - because the answer is a little more complicated than

that. Following are some...

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SOY - OH BOY! Things to Consider About This Not-So-Healthy " Health " Food

Copyright © 2006 Hayford, C.N.C.

Award-winning author, " If It's Not Food, Don't Eat It! "

http://www.FoodFitnessByPhone.com

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Food Factoid:

Over 60% of processed foods contain soy or soy derivatives.

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People frequently ask me what I think about soy expecting that

I will respond with a simple " it's good " or " it's bad " for you.

Instead, I frequently reply with a sigh and then say " soy - oh,

boy! " - because the answer is a little more complicated than

that. Following are some...

THINGS TO CONSIDER ABOUT SOY

~ 1 ~ Soy is one of the most common food allergens. It contains

a protein enzyme inhibitor that prevents it from being properly

digested. Symptoms range from digestive disturbances such as gas

and bloating to severe depression and anxiety. To compound the

problem, 60% or more of America's soybean crop is genetically

engineered (GE) which increases its potential for allergic

reactions and digestive disturbances. Regardless of the health

benefits you may have heard associated with soy, if you can't

digest it properly it won't do you any good and may in fact, be

causing you harm.

~ 2 ~ Asian women have very low rates of menopausal complaints,

heart disease, breast cancer and osteoporosis. The soy industry,

with little evidence to support their claims, attributes this to

soy foods being a regular part of the Asian diet. These popular

claims disregard extensive research that shows otherwise, and

also disregard other dietary and lifestyle factors at play in

Asian cultures. For example, the traditional Asian diet contains

primarily whole, natural foods and little to no processed foods,

while the American diet is made up of primarily processed foods.

~ 3 ~ Soy is best consumed in a fermented form such as miso,

tempeh, natto and soy or tamari sauce. These are the forms of soy

most prevalent in Asian cuisine. Fermentation makes it easier to

digest and less likely to cause problems. Fermented soy protein

powders are now available. Tofu is best eaten warm with a little

fish or other animal protein to increase digestability.

~ 4 ~ The most allergenic and difficult to digest forms of soy

include: soy flour, non-fermented soy powders, soy grits, soy

flakes, soy nuts, and soy nut butter. Super-refined soy products,

such as soy isolates, soy protein, soybean oil, textured soy

protein (TSP), and textured vegetable protein (TVP) are also not

recommended as the soy is subjected to high pressure, high

temperatures and caustic chemicals as part of the processing.

Soy cheeses and soy milks are often highly refined as well.

~ 5 ~ Soy reduces thyroid hormone and slows your metabolism.

Consequently, it is not appropriate for those who are hypothyroid

or trying to lose weight. Sea vegetables on the other hand

stimulate the thyroid and are frequently combined with soy in

Asian cuisine such as miso soup, which results in the two

counterbalancing one another.

Before you decide to incorporate large amounts of soy in your

diet, keep these considerations in mind. Be sure it is an

appropriate food for your body, consumed in its most bioavailable

forms and organic (non-GMO) whenever possible.

And, as with any of the most common food allergens (wheat, dairy,

soy, corn, sugar) if you do include soy in your diet, do so on a

rotational basis consuming it no more than once every 4-5 days

(never daily!) in the user-friendly forms described above. This

will allow the body adequate processing time and reduce the

likelihood of developing or exacerbating sensitivities and other

problems.

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Hayford, C.N.C., is the award-winning author of

" If It's Not Food, Don't Eat It! " As a former junk food

junkie turned nutrition and health coach she has helped

thousands reverse dis-ease, and restore their health,

energy and natural weight. For tips, talks and teleclasses

on healthy eating and holistic self-care, visit:

http://www.FoodFitnessByPhone.com or call 303.746.8970