Soy Protein Diet
Diets rich in soy protein can help keep your
heart healthy. According to an FDA - approved health claim:
Consuming 25 grams of soy protein per day , as part of a diet
low in saturated fat and cholesterol, may reduce the risk of
heart disease. Products rich in fiber as part of a diet low in
saturated fat and cholesterol, may also lower the risk of
heart disease.
According to the FDA, foods containing at
least 0.4 grams per serving of plant sterols eaten twice a day
with meals for a daily total intake or at least 0.8 grams, as
part of a diet low in saturated fat and cholesterol, may reduce
the risk of heart disease.
Soy isofavones are a natural alternative for
reducing menopausal symptoms such as hot flashes. According to
selected clinical studies, soy isofavones help promote good
cardiovascular health by keeping arteries healthy.
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