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Is soya bad for women's health?
Cancer protection
There is a 30% lower risk of developing breast cancer among women in Asian countries who are known for their high soya intake (compared to American women). Also, there is a 21% reduction in mortality among women with breast cancer who consumed more soya.
It is not certain why soya protects against cancer risk. It could be because its isoflavones can increase apoptosis (a genetically programmed mechanism that tells cells to self-destruct when they get DNA damage they’re not able to repair). Without this process, damaged cells can turn into cancer.
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Pros of the Mediterranean Diet
- General Nutrition. It encourages a variety of nutrient-dense foods.
- Heart Health. It is associated with reduced risk of coronary heart disease, heart attack and...
Cons of the Mediterranean Diet
- Cost. Some consumers do worry about the cost of including fish regularly.
- Additional Guidance May Be Necessary for Diabetes. Because there is an emphasis on grains, fruits, and vegetables (including starchy vegetables), meals may be high in carbohydrates.
- Restrictions May Feel Challenging. This diet recommends reducing red meat and added sugar consumption.
- Concerns About Alcohol Intake. Some experts raise concerns about regular alcohol intake (particularly wine).
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Nutrients in cow's milk
- Protein
- Calcium
- Vitamin B12
- Iodine
- Magnesium, which is essential for bone development and muscle function.
Calcium intake
- If children between one and three consume half a pint of milk, they will consume enough calcium for healthy bone development.
- Calcium is crucial during our adolescence for the development of bone strength. If you don't get enough calcium in your teenage years, you run a higher risk of bone weakness.
- For adults, research is conflicting on whether cow's milk helps to keep bones healthy.
Hormones in cow's milk
The estrogen levels of cows increase 20-fold when they are pregnant. Although one study linked estrogen levels to breast, ovarian and uterine cancers, ingesting hormones through cow's milk is no cause for concern.
Researchers found estrogen levels only affect the reproductive systems in mice when supplemented with 100 times the levels found in cow's milk.
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The Mediterranean diet
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Benefits of the Traditional Mediterranean diet
Research has shown that the traditional Mediterranean diet
- reduces the risk of heart disease
- is associated with a lower level of the "bad" cholesterol
- is associated with a reduced incidence of cancer, Parkinson's and Alzheimer's diseases.
Key components of the Mediterranean diet
- Eating of primarily plant-based foods, such as fruits and vegetables, whole grains, legumes and nuts
- Replacing butter with healthy fats such as olive oil and canola oil
- Using herbs and spices instead of salt to flavor foods
- Limiting red meat to no more than a few times a month
- Eating fish and poultry at least twice a week
- Enjoying meals with family and friends
- Drinking red wine in moderation (optional)
- Getting plenty of exercise.