✅ Who Might Benefit from These Foods?
✅ Women in perimenopause or menopause
May reduce hot flashes and night sweats
✅ Those with PCOS or irregular cycles
Support metabolic and hormonal health
✅ People seeking plant-forward diets
Nutrient-dense, sustainable protein sources
✅ Breast cancer survivors (with doctor approval)
Moderate soy intake is now considered safe by major cancer organizations
🩺 Always discuss dietary changes with your healthcare provider if you have hormone-sensitive conditions.
❌ Debunking the Myths
❌ “Soy increases breast cancer risk”
False — large studies show neutral or protective effect
❌ “Phytoestrogens are dangerous for men”
No — normal consumption doesn’t lower testosterone
❌ “These foods will dramatically raise your estrogen”
Not true — effects are mild and balancing, not boosting
❌ “All soy is genetically modified”
Much is — but organic/non-GMO options are widely available
