Increasing Consumption Of Soy Nut & Metabolic Syndrome

Rate it!

Currently 4.666667 /5 Stars.
1
2
3
4
5

As we know the metabolic syndrome is a clustering of metabolic abnormalities that occurs in individuals with impaired insulin sensitivity (obesity, high blood pressure and abnormal cholesterol levels along with impaired insulin sensitivity).

Research also suggests that metabolic syndrome may play mayhem with the kidneys, liver, ovaries, ability to sleep and even cause dementia. It is rather worrying because the condition afflicts up to 30 percent of the industrialized world's population, and will likely affect 50 to 75 million Americans and probably more in India by the year 2010.

A study using soy nut on 42 menopausal women with classic metabolic syndrome showed that Soy consumption could reduce the risk of the metabolic syndrome probably because of its beneficial components- complex carbohydrates, unsaturated fatty acids, vegetable protein, soluble fiber, oligosaccharides, vitamins, minerals, inositol-derived substances such as lipintol and pinitol, and phytoestrogens, particularly the isoflavones genistein, diadzein, and glycitein.

NutritionVista

User Comments

14 September, 2010 | Pricila | Reply

I have a scoop of processed soy protein powder everyday. I was having a terrible time with my hot flushes around 2-3 yrs ago and also feeling as though I had rammed into a truck by nightfall.My cholesterol as also slightly high. My gynee suggested I take it to help me tide over and God has it done wonders for all my problems. So I think a little processed soy flour everyday helps tremendously.

18 June, 2010 | Geetanjali | Reply

Dear Richa

This is a common myth. Men should not consume soy as isoflavones affect the testestorone levels and cause erectile dysfunction. A recent critical analysis suggests the isoflavones do not exert feminizing effects on men at intake levels equal to and even considerably higher than typical for Asian males(Chinese and Japanese). The intake of soy from other countries is remarkably less and clinical evidence suggests no negative effects. So there is no harm in consuming soy.

Geetanjali Kelkar
Dietitian
Nutrition Vista

18 June, 2010 | Sharadha.S | Reply

I would think No! We should stick to 25 gms of processed soy (1oz) for its health benefits. We also benefit from an overall healthy diet, especially Mediterranean or in this case DASH diet. So collectively we get the best of nutrition without the ill effects, even if miniscule with excess consumption.
Regards

18 June, 2010 | Vijayalakshmi Iyengar | Reply

Dear Usha
Despite conflicting opinion on soy, according to Mayo Heart Clinic 25gms (1 oz) of soy per person is known to be beneficial and not create harm even if eaten on daily basis. However if a person has hyperthyroidism I suggest they avoid soya in any form till their endocrinologist clears it.
Processed soya flour from soy nut, can be added to any food as it is rather tasteless. Mixed with flour for rotis or added to any vegetable with gravy etc.
Thank you
Vijayalakshmi Iyengar
Sr Dietitian NutritionVista.com

18 June, 2010 | Usha | Reply

Can you please suggest recipes of soy nut that can be included in a vegetarian diet? I have hypertension (in control with diet, exercise and mild medication) and recently detected with Diabetes (HbA1C is 6.0, controlled with out medication). Please advise on how much soy nut will help in the above conditions.
I am 45 years old.

Post Comments

Contact Name:

E-mail:

(Will show your Gravatar icon)

Comments:

Notify me when new comments are added

User Rules

Dear User,

This is to inform you that this part of the site is moderated, and your comments will be published after the approval of the moderators. Your text comments can be modified or deleted at any time. All comments that are posted are moderated by paid employees to ensure appropriate behavior and monitor and prevent abuse and disrespect of users and readers. The moderators also ensure that all questions asked are forwarded to and responded by employees in a timely manner and by the appropriate and qualified employees. The moderators are the dietitians listed under "The NV Dietetic Team"

All users are by default considered as non medical professionals, unless explicitly stated. If you are a health professional giving medical information as a platform user, please list your status as a medical professional so as to be clearly identified.

Please note - We recommend you not include any personal data and will remove all advertising for a site or product.

All platform users and moderators must behave at all times with respect and honesty. If comments are inappropriate moderators may intervene and if a platform users is banned they will be warned or notified before being banned.

Please note regarding response time - The moderator’s is notified automatically with details the instant a comment is posted.

'The information provided on the NutritionVista.com website is designed to complement, not replace, the relationship between a patient and his/her own physician.' The minimum age for the use or participation in these platforms is 18 years of age and is strictly adhered to. By posting a comment all users of this platform undertake to disseminate only information that is true and correct in light of their knowledge.

Tags: Diabetes, Diet, Eat Healthy, Healthy Foods, Metabolic Syndrome, Nutrition, Obesity / Weight Loss

© 2007 - 2024 NutritionVista.com. All rights reserved. A single copy of these materials may be reprinted for noncommercial personal use only. All articles and content written by the Nutritionvista.com team for NutritionVista.com are the sole property of J.L.S Healthcare Pvt. Ltd. Content may not be copied without express permission to do so. If you want to link back to an article, please ensure a working link to the article title is used and is functioning at all times.