Soy is a basic food ingredient of traditional Asian cuisine used for thousands of years. In
Western countries, soybeans have been introduced about a hundred years ago and recently …

Substantial evidence indicates that diets high in plant-based foods may explain the
epidemiologic variance of many hormone-dependent diseases that are a major cause of …

The importance of estrogens in homeostatic regulation of many cellular and biochemical
events is well illustrated by the pathophysiologic changes that occur with estrogen …

Background The isoflavones genistein, daidzein, and thier glycosides, found in high
concentrations in soybeans and soy-protein foods, may have beneficial effects in the …

Soy-based infant formulas have been in use for> 30 y. These formulas are manufactured
from soy protein isolates and contain significant amounts of phytoestrogens of the isoflavone …

ContextA large body of evidence documents the role of phytoestrogens in influencing
hormone-dependent states. Infants fed soy formula receive high levels of phytoestrogens, in …

Soybeans are a rich source of isoflavones, which are classified as phytoestrogens. Despite
numerous proposed benefits, isoflavones are often classified as endocrine disruptors, based …

Background: The soy isoflavones genistein and daidzein are found in blood and tissues as
aglycones, glucuronides, and sulfates. Isoflavone conjugates may serve as sources of …

Appropriately planned vegan diets can satisfy nutrient needs of infants. The American
Dietetic Association and The American Academy of Pediatrics state that vegan diets can …

Infants fed soy formula are the segment of the US population that consumes the most soy.
Before birth and after weaning, most Americans are not exposed to appreciable levels of …