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Safety evaluation of SoyLife

By NOTOX, The Netherlands, 2000 and 2001. Genetic toxicology focuses on the process of mutagenesis, that includes the induction of DNA damage and all kinds of genetic changes, ranging from alterations in one or a few DNA base pairs (gene mutations) to gross changes in chromosome structure (chromosome aberrations) or chromosome number. Mutagens are of [...]

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Is SoyLife® safer than synthetic hormones or genistein?

SoyLife® is a safe natural alternative to synthetic hormones. In our experience, there were never any adverse effects reported in healthy subjects.

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Can Isoflavones / SoyLife® be consumed during pregnancy?

We generally do not advise a high dosage of isoflavone supplementation during pregnancy.

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Are there any interactions of Isoflavones with medicines?

Based on the limited data available on isoflavone-drug interactions, soy isoflavones can not be advised in combination with hormonal agents. It is further advised to always consult with your medical doctor when you have to take prescription drugs.

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Does Isoflavones / SoyLife® have any negative influence on breast cancer?

It was observed in a recent study, as a second outcome from the OPUS study, that daily supplementation for two years with 80-120 mg of soy hypocotyl isoflavones does not cause adverse effects in healthy menopausal women and can be regarded as safe. In vitro and animal tests with highly, sensitized models, genistein only has [...]

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What safety studies have been done for SoyLife®?

Steinberg et al. 2011, USA “Clinical outcomes of a 2-y soy isoflavone supplementation in menopausal women.” Am J Clin Nutr 2011;93:356–67 Bolca et al 2009 Belgium “Disposition of soy isoflavones in normal human breast tissue.” Am. J. Clin. Nutr. Doi: 10.3945/ajcn.2009.28854. Maskarinec et al 2009 USA “Various doses of soy isoflavones do not modify mammographic [...]

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Is SoyLife® safe for consumption?

Yes. In our experience there were never any adverse effects reported in healthy subjects. It is not advised for people with soy allergy. SoyLife® can cause gastro intestinal discomfort that usually disappear after a while.

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