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THURSDAY
Why you ask? Read this excerpt from Whole 9’s blog.
“A third concern, specific to soybeans and even moreso with processed soy products, is the content of compounds that behave like estrogen (that female sex hormone) in the human body. These compounds, classified as phytoestrogens (or “isoflavones”), bind to and stimulate – or, in some tissues, block – estrogen receptors. And while the overall research on soy products is conflicting and inclusive due to the gender-and tissue-specific effects of phytoestrogens, there are, in our view, some alarming issues related to the consumption of soy and soy products. In women, phytoestrogens have been linked to longer and more painful menstrual periods. For guys, soy intake decreases sperm count. And studies suggest that children fed soy-based formulas may be at risk for compromised immune systems later in life. So while the research may not be cut and dried, we think you shouldn’t mess with your delicate sex hormone balance at any age, and ingesting phytoestrogens in an unknown “dose” via soy products do just that.
As an aside, edamame (the unprocessed soybean) is not your best choice for everyday consumption, but processed soy products, including soy protein concentrate/isolate and “texturized vegetable protein”, are extra-bad choices for multiple reasons. In fact, the more processed forms of soybeans, like tofu, are an even more dense source of the phytoestrogens and other antinutrients than their unprocessed counterparts. “
Ready to bust these bad boys open!
Workout of the Day
Shoulder Press
Then
5-10-15-20-25
-Slam Balls
-Burpees
-Sit Ups
.. or comments rather? If no one comments, I am going to chalk it up and say y’all are just being rebellious..hmph.. SO COMMENT!
