Soy Milk
Description
Soy Milk is a Soybean product manufactured by soaking Soybeans in Water, grinding the soaked Soybeans and filtering the liquid.
Health Benefits of Soy Milk
Metabolism
Soy Milk may prevent the oxidation of Low Density Lipoproteins.
Musculoskeletal System
Soy Milk may help to prevent Osteoporosis. [1]
Soy Milk may Counteract these Potentially Toxic Substances
Hormones
Soy Milk may lower elevated Estrone levels. [2]
Soy Milk Contains these Substances
The nutrient content of Soy Milk is similar to that of whole Soybeans.
Potentially Toxic Effects of Soy Milk
Immune System
Soy Milk may cause (Food) Allergies in some people.
Metabolism
Feeding Soy Milk to infants may increase their risk of Diabetes Mellitus Type 1. [3]
Feeding Soy Milk to infants may increase their risk of Hypothyroidism. [4]
Feeding Soy Milk to infants may increase their risk of Thyroiditis. [5]
Respiratory System
Soy Milk may increase the risk of Asthma. [6]
Soy Milk may Enhance these Potentially Toxic Substances
Hormones
Soy Milk may increase Sex Hormone Binding Globulin (SHBG) levels. [7]
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