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Soy Far, Soy Good?
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According to BreastCancer.org, those beneficial isoflavones contain high amounts of estrogen, hormones that can make breast cancer cells grow. Organic soy foods seem to be fine when eaten in moderation, but researchers caution against soy supplements, which contain high concentrations of isoflavones. There has been some concern over the estrogen in soy's role in the timing of puberty in girls and boys. But those concerns seem to be overblown, and many dietitians say up to three servings per day - which is far more than most American children eat - is safe. New studies even suggest that it may protect girls from getting breast cancer later in life. Soy is just about a perfect food, with high levels of protein and fiber. It's easy to sneak it into "kid foods," like lasagna and pizza. Try topping a homemade pizza with half soy cheese and half mozzarella or using tofu in lasagna instead of ricotta. As with many foods, enjoy soy in moderation.
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