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Nutrition
May 26, 2016

Science Supports Safety of Genetically Modified Soybeans

Genetically modified (GM) foods generate a lot of heated discussion about safety and product labeling. Given that 94% of the soybeans grown in the United States are GM, these discussions,…
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Nutrition
May 4, 2016

Isoflavone Supplements Are Safe According to the European Food Safety Authority

Soybean isoflavone supplements have no adverse effects on the breast or uterus of postmenopausal women or on thyroid function according to the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA). The organization’s comprehensive…
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Nutrition
May 4, 2016

Soybeans and the U.S. Food Supply

Soybeans play a critical role in the U.S. food supply but not in a way that is often thought. Some soyfoods are consumed directly. But mostly Americans consume soy-derived ingredients…
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May 3, 2016

Lessons about Soy from Observational Studies

The health effects of soyfoods have been rigorously investigated for more than 25 years. Early research focused on the cholesterol-lowering effects of soy protein, leading to a health claim for…
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