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Soy
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•Last Updated: August 28, 2025
Soy refers to the legume known as soybeans. It is a good alternative source of protein for people following a vegetarian or vegan diet.
Soy refers to the legume known as soybeans. It is a good alternative source of protein for people following a vegetarian or vegan diet.
Soy is most often used for Other. The Examine Database covers Menopause, Body Composition, and 2 other conditions and goals.
In this meta-analysis of 6 cohort studies in 68,691 participants, a higher intake of soy products was associated with a lower risk of major neurocognitive disorders (such as dementia and Alzheimer’s disease).