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Soy Lecithin
Hi i am using a whey protein supplement which has soy lecithin in it so will it increase estrogen levels in my body?many say that soy lecithin contains only trace level of soy which cannot increase eastrogen levels so i just want to confirm please help Thank You
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soy lecithin comes from soy oil it too contains phytosterols. yes, soy lecithin exerts estrogenic effects in the human body.
The plant estrogens are known as phytosterols; and many other form has been found in soy lecithin through independent laboratory analysis.
Years ago pharmaceutical companies used these phytosterols to make human sex hormones. Now, big whey protein manufacturers use soy lecithin to instantize your whey protein powder. The phytosterols in soy lecithin cause endocrine disruption in the body. The phytosterols are similar to the isoflavones found in soy protein (genistein and daidzein). Even more alarming is the phytosterols found in soy lecithin are structurally similar to the synthetic estrogen diethylstilbestrol (DES). Therefore, soy lecithin may increase estrogen and decrease testosterone in your body.
Avoid Soy Lecithin In Protein Powder is my opinion.
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Not really, there is an upper limit what you can consume.
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We need to discuss the reason for consuming this supplement.
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You should take these supplements only under advise of a Doctor/Dietitian.
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Ms. Sana Khalid
Dietitian/Nutritionist
6 yrs exp
Bangalore
Hi!
Soy lecithin is mainly a food additive , and is added to improve flavour and texture , and NOT as a potential protein. Since it’s added in trace amount , there’s no safety concern with regards to estrogen.
Also, soy does not increase estrogen , it’s an ‘estrogen blocker’.
You can take it safely as estrogen in males does not get drastically affected by foods , unless you have a confirmed hormonal imbalance issue.
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