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Got Soy?By: By: Joseph. P. Cannon, MS, CSCS, NSCA-CPT In recent years women have begun to use soy products because of a belief that it may help with menstrual symptoms. This is because soy contains plant-based estrogens called isoflavones. But
is there really evidence that soy helps alleviate menstrual symptoms? The majority of studies have indicated that soy probably works no better than a placebo at reducing the symptoms of menopausal. Only two studies show that soy may reduce the severity (but not frequency) of menopausal symptoms. Joseph P. Cannon, MS, is an exercise
physiologist, personal trainer, writer and lecturer who resides in the suburbs
of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He holds an M.S. degree in Health and Physical
Education and a B.S. degree in Chemistry and Biology. He is a Certified Strength
and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) and a personal trainer certified by the
National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA). He lectures on personal
training, nutrition and holistic medicine at the local and national levels for
the American Aerobics Association International / International Sports Medicine
Association (AAAI / ISMA) as well as to other groups who seek his expertise.
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