Guest guest Posted October 17, 2005 Report Share Posted October 17, 2005 I just read an article by a scientist which said that ... soy contains: allergens mineral blockers enzyme inhibitors hormone modifiers iodine blockers that interfere with normal thyroid function I drink 16 - 20 oz of soy milk everyday. I can't imagine that this amount would be harmful regardless however ... I do want to be conscious of what I'm putting into my body. I would REALLY like to hear what others have read, their opinions, comments, or ???? Thank you, Sarah Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 18, 2005 Report Share Posted October 18, 2005 Sarah, A while back we had a discussion on that very topic. You can go into the archives and look up the messages under the topic: "let's have a soy poll!" Do you need help with that? Most experts agree that soy is better taken in fermented form, in moderation. This is the way it is used in the cultures that traditionally used soy. Tofu is not a fermented product. It was used mainly in small quantities, mixed with warm spices like garlic, pepper and ginger to balance the cold energy of raw soy. Some people are deadly allergic to soy. Some people find it very helpful to help combat overheating during "the change". It is NOT good for babies. Too much estrogenic activity. The question for you is: how do YOU feel? Ien in the Kootenays*********************************************** Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 21, 2005 Report Share Posted October 21, 2005 I found it the previous " soy survey " ! Thank you so much for the info. I drink the soy for the hot " surges " (or should I say, " So I don't get the hot surges " ). Thank you ! Sarah , " Ieneke van Houten " <ienvan@t...> wrote: > > Sarah, > > A while back we had a discussion on that > very topic. > You can go into the archives and look up > the messages under the topic: " let's have > a soy poll! " > Do you need help with that? > > Most experts agree that soy is better taken > in fermented form, in moderation. > This is the way it is used in the cultures that > traditionally used soy. > > Tofu is not a fermented product. It was > used mainly in small quantities, mixed with > warm spices like garlic, pepper and ginger > to balance the cold energy of raw soy. > > Some people are deadly allergic to soy. > Some people find it very helpful to help > combat overheating during " the change " . > > It is NOT good for babies. Too much > estrogenic activity. > > The question for you is: how do YOU feel? > > Ien in the Kootenays > *********************************************** > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 27, 2005 Report Share Posted October 27, 2005 Hi all, " To soy or not to soy " is always an interesting topic with lots of opinions. So, I just thought I would throw mine in! Because it stimulates estrogen receptors, soy is best avoided for women in perimenopause (when estrogen is in excess). For women who have reached menopause (12 full months without a cycle) it's more helpful but should still be used in moderation. Soy compromises thyroid function, and during " the change " , the thyroid hormones, like ALL hormones in the body, are going pretty wacky. A great number of women have hypothyroidism without knowing it because the symptoms mimic those of perimenopause and menopause. They also intensify the " normal " symptoms of midlife. Fermented, NON-GMO, organic and moderate use is the key. A little goes a long way. My personal fave ~ a cup of miso soup. So balancing and yummy and all the soy you really need to do the trick! Just my HO, Michelle www.holisticmenopause.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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