THE TRUTH ABOUT SOY
Soy has been touted as a miracle food for the last few years and it shows up just about everywhere.One reason its so popular is the USDA's claim that 25 grams of it a day may reduce the risk of heart disease. That claim has led Americans to consume it like never before. And, American farmers are growing it at an unprecendented rate (especially given the fact that it's not native to the N. American continent).
This in-depth article from Utne, "The Dark Side of Soy," gives readers warning about this substance and its many, many derivatives (soybean oil, soy flour, soy protein isolate--some of these were originally developed to be used in products like cardboard and glue) that are all over fast foods and even processed health foods.
It's balanced, but gives good reason to be cautious about a food that may cause digestive problems and even endocrine disruption, especially for children.
You can read it for yourself here.
