In the journals: Soy extracts don't improve bone density in older women
In the journals
Soy once looked like the kinder, gentler alternative to hormone therapy for menopausal symptoms and risk reduction. Many population studies suggested that women who regularly ate soy products had not only fewer hot flashes but also a lower risk of developing heart disease and osteoporosis. This apparent power of soy has been attributed to its estrogen-like effects.
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