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Soy Foods: Navigating 4 Major Myths Using Research with Karen Collins and Melissa Joy Dobbins

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Release Date: 11/07/2024

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In this special episode, we shine a light on soy foods and the myths surrounding them. Three registered dietitian nutritionists, including myself, team up for an insightful podcast collaboration to discuss four common misconceptions about soy using the latest evidence-based research. 

Joining me are Melissa Joy Dobbins, “The Guilt-Free RD” and host of Sound Bites, and Karen Collins, an expert in cardiovascular and cancer nutrition. Together, we break down myths like ‘soy increases breast cancer risk,’ whether soy has “feminizing” effects on boys and men, the belief that processed soy is nutritionally inferior to traditional forms, and concerns about seed oils like soybean oil. 

We explore why respected health organizations support soy and share science-backed insights to help you see soy’s place in a healthy diet. 

Tune in to learn the truth and gain a fresh perspective on soy foods and nutrition.

What You’ll Learn About Soy Foods with Karen Collins and Melissa Joy Dobbins: 

4:42 Addressing the myth that processed soy foods are less nutritious than traditional options
05:50 Understanding public concerns and perceptions about processed foods
09:27 Insights from nutritional research on ultra-processed foods
23:16 Examining the myth that seed oils are harmful to health
26:33 Clarifying misconceptions about omega-6 fatty acids and inflammation
33:26 Debunking the belief that soy increases breast cancer risk
38:21 Reviewing research on soy and breast cancer survival rates
44:49 Dispelling the myth that soy causes feminizing effects in boys and men
47:57 Scientific findings on soy’s impact on male hormones
49:48 How to critically interpret nutrition research and avoid sensationalized health scares


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