Livers go better with soy.
Researchers from Southern Illinois University Carbondale have been working with genetically obese rats and have found that a diet high in soy protein keeps these animals from developing a liver condition common not only in fat rats but overweight humans. The four scientists also are working with industry partners to develop therapeutic applications of their discovery. The body's largest organ, the liver is also one of its most active. While fat build-up itself does not damage the liver, some diseases seem to accompany the condition. Cirrhosis, diabetes and elevated triglyceride levels all list fatty liver as a symptom.