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Soy & Heart Disease

Key Findings

  • Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is a major cause of death worldwide, accounting for 50% of deaths in developed countries 13 .
  • Although several factors play a role in its development, a high level of blood cholesterol represents a major risk factor for coronary heart disease.
  • Clinical studies with humans have confirmed the ability of soy protein to lower blood levels of LDL cholesterol - the "bad" form of cholesterol whilst not negatively effecting the level of "good" HDL cholesterol.
  • Isoflavones act as anti-oxidants protecting against LDL cholesterol oxidation.
  • Soy isoflavones also reduce the formation of plaques inside the artery.
  • The higher the level of blood cholesterol in the person, the greater the reduction.

 

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