It seems every so many months there is another study that suggests soy may be beneficial to women.  While other studies counter the findings.  I’ve always maintained that the soy you and I consume is a refined product and not as beneficial (even harmful) when compared to the soy in China/Japan.  Tofu and Miso are fermented and not processed (which depletes many important nutrients).  And the people in these areas have been on those products for their whole life and that of their ancestry.

New studies suggest that soy reduced recurrence and mortality from breast cancer.  The key finding here is whole soy foods, not processed forms of soy or supplements containing soy isoflavonoids.  The study found whole food forms of soy besides its beneficial effects on breast tissue, can prevent tumor growth and reduce inflammation.

We’ve known the beneficial effects of fermented foods on the body, especially on the liver, which may also be a contributing factor.  Soy is also estrogenic, which means it acts like estrogen in the body.

So if you are going to eat soy or take any soy products make sure they are from a fermented soy product to get the most benefits.

In Health & Service,

Dr. Roland Phillips BA, BS, D.C.