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I've been hearing mixed messages regarding soy and soy products and their effects on estrogen levels...is soy good or bad for you?

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Dr. Douglas Fronzaglia ii, do, ms answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine - Geriatrics

Bad but...: Soy has properties that mimic estrogen to a certain degree. So obviously it would be beneficial to menopausal women with symptoms. It is not however, recommended for men or as a healthy alternative to other foods.

Dr Villaplana agreed

Answered 5/15/2014

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