Not sure what you've heard about soy, but there are some pretty contradicting 'arguments' out there. Most of which, aren't backed by science.
Contrary to popular belief, you do not have to eat tofu to be plant based!
And that goes for almost any other plant food. (If you don't like it, don't eat it)
However if you do cook with it, remember it takes on whatever flavors you season it with!
Tofu (“toh-foo”): A food product made from whole soybeans; also known as bean curd.
Soy has been eaten throughout Asia for over 2,000 years!
Plant estrogens aka Phytoestrogens decrease our risk for breast, colon, lung, endometrial, ovarian and prostate cancers
Animal based estrogens can promote breast cancer growth
Soy doesn't cause "manboobs"
Soy doesn't cause infertility
In fact, it does the opposite!
Types of Soy
Soy is not just tofu! The most common whole forms of soy include:
Want more info?
To learn more about Soy and your health, check out these clips below to watch me read from "Breasts: The Owners Manual" by Dr. Kristi Funk
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I hope this helps!
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