Is Soy Safe? Exploring the Science & Debunking Myths

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Published 2024-06-04
Soy: love it or hate it - it has been stirring up controversy for years. But what does the science really say about this versatile plant source of protein? In this video, we dive deep into the world of soy research, separating facts from fiction, and exploring the complex relationship between soy and human health. From its nutritional profile to its potential effects on hormones and beyond, I will unravel the soy story and give you the tools to make informed decisions about incorporating this needlessly controversial food into your diet. Whether you're a tofu lover or a skeptic, this video will shed light on the science behind the soy debate.

Citations

Does Soy Reduce Testosterone: militarymuscle.co/blogs/guides/does-soy-lower-test… (Cites multiple studies)
Lactose Intolerance in India: www.geocurrents.info/blog/2016/02/08/the-indian-di… (source of infographic)
PDCAAS of Soy: www.researchgate.net/figure/The-amino-acid-score-o…
Does Soy increase breast cancer risk: health.clevelandclinic.org/does-soy-boost-breast-c…
Soy Phytoestrogens weak binding strength: www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4129534/
Does Soy Contain Methionine? YES - www.texaschildrens.org/sites/default/files/uploads…

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All Comments (21)
  • @arungowda
    I love how you start with a Historical / science fact
  • @piyushb143
    Please consider sharing the references. It helps in studying the subject further.
  • @patwardhanmandar
    I have been avoiding Soy beans because of the myths you mentioned. Thanks for busting them. On a separate note, can you make a video on food allergies? especially in infants? Do allergies go away? Is micro-introduction a scientific thing to do? As a parent of an 11-month-old who is allergic to eggs, wheat, peanuts, and cashews, I want to know more about the allergies. A lot of other parents can benefit from this. Thank you for what you do!
  • @MovementScience8
    Thank you so much for giving evidence based information and debunking the myths! You are really making a big difference!
  • @pandit7130
    Most informative video on soy I have ever encountered. I am a vegetarian and need to to get protien for various sources including soy. And all those fear mongering did slightly made me concerned. Now I can enjoy soya chunks without any worry. Thanks a lot.
  • @NaranjaPeal
    I’ve been waiting for this exact video from you!! Thank you for tackling this weighty topic. I love soy but have a lot of people in my life that believe these myths. It’s a shame since it’s so versatile and tasty!
  • @nocopyrightgameplaystockvi231
    The problem with soy is that it has to be processed well and correctly, to preserve the nutrition and make it easy for the body to absorb.
  • @gowrinarayani247
    what a comprehensive coverage of the topic! I loved it. Great going!
  • @gumbyno5808
    3:53 fascinating, I always found soy vhunks to be flavour sponges. Theyre so good at that, even better than paneer in that aspect in my humble opinion
  • @guandjs
    Thanks for this excellent and informative video! As a vegetarian, I already love soy products (esp tofu, soy sauce and edamame) and this video makes me appreciate them even more! Will try to now use more TVP and tempeh!
  • @nandinik700
    Recently turned vegan and soy has been a life saver. This video came up just at the right time for me :)
  • @Ranjanagupta-pati
    Soy contains high levels of Arginine, one of the essential amino acids, making lysine unavailable to body by hindering absorption that's why soy isn't a complete source of protein. Soy contains Trypsine inhibitors, hindering digestion. Flatulence by soy is highly discomforting for many. Still its a good source of protein for vegan diet.
  • @salahsabri2925
    Thanks for this video. I was waiting for this for long. In addition to the benifits you told, it is the cheapest source of protein for us Indian. 1 kg Soya Chunk costs around 150-160 rs in local market which has almost 450-500 grams of protein. So it is much cheaper than other proteins sources. But sometimes it causes bloating, gas formation etc.
  • @tejaswineegore5261
    Thank you for this... Will straight away start using more soya in diet.. great information in simple language as usual.
  • @ispeakforthebeans
    Absolutely love the direction your channel is taking Krish. Youtube has been around for decades, and you have still managed to find a niche for high quality content. So fun watching your videos. You failed to mention that soy chunks and soymilk fall under ultra processed foods, which are problematic in their own right.
  • @raghunandangowda9607
    your video popped up when i was searching for essential nutritional foods. Kirsh you are too good at explaining things with facts easy to understand, thank you for your contents, loved it.❣ Keep growing stay healthy🙂
  • @sripriyabalasubramanian3780
    That was a power packed (So)youtube content/ video, Just like protein packed / nutrients dense Soybean!! Kudos to you ! Really appreciate it ! Would hv been good if you touched soybeans impact on thyroid if any!!! Love your videos, keep educating us please! Started learning ( random subject ) but 20 min everyday !! That’s the impact of one of your videos where you said we need to learn or u learn everyday , which motivated me ( guess ,it was a vedio/ podcast with Dr Pal)
  • @sarikasingh6021
    PDCASS data extremely useful.spreading health awareness in such a way is excellent
  • @BRYLLE2024
    Thank you for sharing your wisdom , PDCAAS just learnt it from you and it’s very informative in terms of digestion .the surprising part was rice very low 😮😮