Scientific Opinion on the Substantiation of Health Claims Related to Soy Isoflavones and Protection of DNA, Proteins, and Lipids from Oxidative Damage, Maintenance of Normal Blood LDL Cholesterol Concentrations, Reduction of Vasomotor Symptoms Associated with Menopause, Maintenance of Normal Skin Tonicity, Contribution to Normal Hair Growth, and Cardiovascular Health
July 2011
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EFSA journal
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TLDR There is not enough evidence to support health claims about soy isoflavones.
The document reviewed the health claims related to soy isoflavones, including their effects on DNA, proteins, and lipids protection from oxidative damage, maintenance of normal blood LDL cholesterol levels, reduction of vasomotor symptoms associated with menopause, maintenance of normal skin tonicity, contribution to normal hair growth, and cardiovascular health. The panel concluded that there was insufficient evidence to substantiate these health claims. The review involved multiple experts and was requested by the European Commission.
