Soy
Long-term consumption affects breast cancer microRNAs favorably
Also known as: soy protein, soy isoflavones, soymilk
Active Compounds
Bioactive compounds found in Soy, based on research from longevity science.
- Genistein
Source: How Not to Age
- Isoflavones
Source: How Not to Age
- Soy Isoflavones
Source: How Not to Age
- Spermidine
Spermidine can be found in soy and corn.
Source: Nutrition, Food and Diet in Ageing and Longevity
Health Benefits
Health conditions and aging processes that Soy may influence, based on the source research.
Reduces Risk Of
- Breast cancer
Long-term consumption helps prevent breast cancer and improve survival in breast cancer patients
Source: How Not to Age
- All-Cause Mortality
Soy, soy isoflavones, and protein intake in relation to mortality from all causes, cancers, and cardiovascular diseases showed protective effects
Source: How Not to Age
- High blood pressure
Soy is a defense against high blood pressure
Source: How Not to Die
Protects Against
- Prostate cancer
Systematic review and meta-analysis: soy consumption reduces risk of prostate cancer
Source: How Not to Age
Improves
- Osteoarthritis
Soy protein may alleviate osteoarthritis symptoms
Source: How Not to Age
Sources
- How Not to Age
- Nutrition, Food and Diet in Ageing and Longevity
- How Not to Die