Myth bust: soy and male hormones in 90 seconds

Transcript

Hi everyone and welcome to our podcast. Today we bust a myth about soy and male hormones in just ninety seconds. Some say that soy, with its natural compounds called phytoestrogens, can lower testosterone and even feminize men. However, a large review of clinical studies found that neither soy protein nor isoflavones have any effect on total or free testosterone, or on estrogen levels. Research tells us that although phytoestrogens have a similar structure to estrogen, our bodies do not absorb them well. In fact, the amount of phytoestrogens in a normal diet is too low to cause any harm. Experts suggest that consuming moderate amounts, in line with traditional diets in Asia, is completely safe for men. So, enjoy your tofu, your soy milk, and your edamame without worry. Thanks for listening and stay tuned for more myth-busting episodes.