Question 1

how much msg is in extra dark soy sauce?

Accepted Answer

Varies: Depends on the product and manufacturer. Read the labels.

Question 2

is soy or tofu bad for you?

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In general "No": Soy may be good for you unless you are allergic to it or have had breast cancer (those with estrogen receptors). Although once touted as beneficial in preventing breast cancer, soy may mimic estrogen action.  In my view, anything in excess is not good for you, but given a choice between red meat and soy, soy would come out ahead health-wise.

Question 3

can you eat soy, why or why not?

Accepted Answer

Soy is : Delicious and healthy. It can be prepared many different ways.

Question 4

how many processed foods contain soy?

Accepted Answer

Read the Label: This is a difficult question to answer as a variety of processed foods contain soy. Luckily food producers have to label soy as an ingredient in their products. If you would like to know what proceeded foods contain soy just read the food labels on packaging and they will let you know if soy is an ingredient.

Question 5

is there a way i can solve my soy intolerance?

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Allergies: There is, but it takes quite a lot of time.  There are allergy clinics that can do immunotherapy - essentially, they take an extremely small amount of the substance that causes you grief, and inject it under your skin.  Over time, they increase this amount.  Basically, it allows your immune system to get "used to" the substance until it does not react anymore.  Good luck!

Question 6

i enjoy eating soy. it's okay for daily-eating?

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Soy: Soy has become very controversial over the past few years.  Like anything else, make sure you come it it moderation.  
I recommend that you just eat soy that is guaranteed to be non-GMO.  Also stick to the whole soy as much as you can and avoid products where the soy has been heavily processed.
Choose to whole foods in great variety and make food your best medicine!

Question 7

is it true that soy is harmful in excess to boys?

Accepted Answer

Define excess ?!: Since many oriental cultures use soy beans as one of their major protein sources I am truly skeptical to the cult myths that soy is bad. Or that soy will turn boys too feminine, or whatever. Look up tofu and explore the benefits listen.

Question 8

is soy formula truly dangerous or is that a false statement?

Accepted Answer

False; however...: We don't fully know the potential hazards of soy formula; more research is needed. What is known is ALL formulas are inferior to breast milk; breast feeding is ALWAYS the healthiest choice. If not possible then I advise organic milk formula- see http://tinyurl.com/lt2yv84
I only advise soy formula if it is clear a baby does not tolerate milk formula. See http://tinyurl.com/oubo3uf for more info.

Question 9

what are the alternatives to dairy and soy for a baby very allergic to both?

Accepted Answer

Elemental...: ...(or "predigested") formulas. And breast milk, of course - allergy to breast milk is extremely rare.

Question 10

i'm allergic to soy what can i eat cuz i've heard that all food has soy what can i eat?

Accepted Answer

Use discernment: I am really sorry that someone told you something so foolish and untrue as "all foods have soy". Get with an evidence-based allergist and decide on a plan. Mild allergies should not seriously restrict food choices. If there is a danger of a serious reaction, carry an epinephrine needle though it would be rare to be so sensitive to soy.

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