High cholesterol and high blood pressure are 2 key factors for increased risk of heart disease. Add soy protein to your daily diet. Reduce your intake of fatty foods. Lower death rates from cardiovascular disease in Asian countries have led researchers to examine the cause for this difference. Many physicians have focused on the potential health benefits of consuming soy, a basic part of many Asian cuisines.
Numerous studies show that simply consuming soy protein lowers cholesterol and blood pressure.
The AHA's recent recommendations follow the FDA's official government health claim issued in October, 1999. Soy protein is a safe, natural way to reduce your risk of cardiovascular disease. The FDA, American Heart Association, and North American Menopause Society recommend that Americans eat more soy protein to lower their cholesterol, protect their hearts, and reduce menopausal symptoms. New research shows that eating soy is associated with stronger bones, reduced menstrual disturbances like PMS, and reduced risk of breast, endometrial and prostate cancer. Studies also show soy helps you lose weight by blocking storage of fat.