Research
Macro partitioning
Regular consumption of soy products (tofu, miso) provides isoflavones and polyunsaturated fats that may lower LDL cholesterol and reduce cardiovascular risk factors.
Incorporate soy products like tofu and miso into your diet. They are good sources of protein, polyunsaturated fats, and isoflavones, which may help lower LDL cholesterol.
ModerateQualifiesMEDIUM confidence
meta-analyses of randomized controlled trials have shown that soy isoflavones can indeed lower serum total and LDL cholesterol in humans
Why this rating
Supported by meta-analyses of RCTs for cholesterol, but observational data for cancer is mixed.
Source
The Okinawan Diet: Health Implications of a Low-Calorie, Nutrient-Dense, Antioxidant-Rich Dietary Pattern Low in Glycemic Load
D. Craig Willcox et al. · Journal of the American College of Nutrition · 2009
DOI 10.1080/07315724.2009.10718117
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