The variety form from soya
Apparently the soya is not a super food, after all already that it would present risks which would include their preparations as the tofu, having been hailed as a food-medication in the struggle of breast cancer, strengthening of the bones and mitigate the menopause.
Today the soybeans can be found in a variety of forms in all supermarkets, in dairy products, milk, yogurt, cheese and tofu.
The soy is grown in China, where he was used as medicine and as food for thousands of years, last year, more than one million tones which were imported to the United Kingdom, however, there is growing evidence that the soya, in practice could pose a health problem.
From the same family are beans, peas and lentils and soybean meal is used to make the edible products of soya.
Contains all the essential amino acids to build the protein in the body and many vegetarians opt for soybean products as a way to complete its daily intake of protein.
Experts say that food of soya can reduce levels of testosterone in men, hinder thyroid function, cause weight gain, disrupting hormonal function.
Marilyn Glenville, nutritionist and author of the Manual of Health and Nutrition for Women, said: “The soya can block the absorption of the chemical iodine is needed for a thyroid healthy, as well as turnips, cabbage, peanuts and nuts have similar effects, if you are diagnosed with a thyroid problem, it is advised restrict your intake of these foods”.