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Benefits
Of Soy - Soy Protein
Visit this page for information on the FDA-approved Soy
Protein Heart Health Claim
Protein Quality,
researched since 1967: Soy protein is a high-quality, complete,
plant-based protein that is equal in protein quality to meat, milk
and eggs. In fact, soy protein has the highest possible PDCAAS score
for a protein (1.0), which is a measure of the digestibility and
availability of essential amino acids.
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Heart Disease, researched
since 1977: Results from a meta-analysis of 38 clinical
studies concluded that soy protein consumption may help lower total
blood cholesterol and LDL-cholesterol as compared to animal protein
consumption. Lowering blood ("bad") cholesterol can help
reduce the risk of coronary heart disease. In addition, soy protein
may have an impact in raising HDL ("good") cholesterol.
In addition, the American Heart Association recommends the consumption
of soy protein (with naturally occuring isoflavones) as part of
a heart-healthy diet for those with elevated total and LDL cholesterol.
Antioxidant-Effect
of Soy Protein: Oxidized LDL-cholesterol is damaging to your
arteries. However, preliminary laboratory research suggests that
the isoflavone genistein, a main component of soy protein, inhibits
the oxidation of LDL-cholesterol leading to improved health.
Blood Coagulation:
Blood clots are often responsible for completely blocking an artery
already narrowed by atherosclerosis. Yet, laboratory studies suggest
that soy isoflavones, especially genistein, have a favorable effect
on blood clot formation.
Blood Pressure: Uncontrolled high blood pressure can
lead to stroke, heart attack, heart failure or kidney failure.
Recent evidence, however, suggests that consumption of soy protein
may be linked to lower blood pressure. Researchers continue to
examine soy protein’s effect on blood pressure.
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Performance Nutrition, researched since 1988: For individuals
exercising, training and building muscle, soy protein can be used
as a source of high quality protein to help satisfy the higher need
for protein during muscle-building by providing the necessary essential
amino acids for physical and muscular development. While exercise
is healthy, it does create oxidant stress that can contribute to
muscle soreness, inflammation and the development of free radicals.
Research shows that soy protein may speed up muscle recovery after
exercise. The isoflavones found in soy protein produce antioxidant
effects, which may help reduce soreness and inflammation and may
help athletes return to the gym more quickly. Solae brand soy protein
contains a guaranteed level of isoflavones to ensure consumers are
getting the most recovery benefits.
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Cancer, researched since 1991: Scientists are investigating
many potentially beneficial effects of consuming soy protein with
isoflavones and other bioactive components. For example, recent
evidence suggests that several bioactive compounds contained in
soybeans, such as isoflavones, may help reduce the risk of certain
cancers. Recent animal studies support this theory as well.
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Women's Health, researched since 1992: Consuming
a diet rich in soy protein has a number of health benefits that
are unique to women’s needs. A diet rich in soy protein may
alleviate certain symptoms associated with menopause, help reduce
the risk of breast cancer, promote heart health and maintain bone
health.
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