Soy prevents cardiovascular disease

Products derived from soy help prevent cardiovascular disease in women.

This is the result of an extensive investigation that lasted 6 years with over 40 000 Japanese aged 40 and 60 years. It is said that Japanese consume a quantity far greater than soybean occidental. Tests were made on a moderate consumption of soy, but in Japanese it means 20% more than for Westerners. The researchers analyzed the daily consumption of soy protein in each of the subjects making a close connection with cases of myocardial infarction and stroke.

The results showed that women who consume more soy is 60% less prone to risk of suffering cardiovascular disease. In women with menopause decreased the risk by up to 75%. Results not necessarily similarities and men of the same age.

Isoflavonele of soy reduces the risk of cardiovascular disease

It is considered that the effect observed in women cardioprotector due isoflavonelor, these substances have an action similar to that of the female hormone, therefore diminishing its action in the period after menopause.
Reduced hormonal activity entail cardiovascular disease:

This decrease in hormonal activity predispose women to cardiovascular disease when menopause occurs between 40 and 60 years. Input in this block can fitoestrogene cardiovascular risk in women in this age group.

The role of soy

Soya aims to reactivate polyunsaturated fatty acids, especially linoleic acid, vitamin E and omega -3. These nutrients reduce blood cholesterol levels, decreases blood pressure and improve insulin tolerance.

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