Organic non-GMO soy protein. This is the healthiest soy protein you can find.

Independent Laboratory Tested: Independently verified for the potency and purity of the product. The independent lab assay for this lot is available upon request from the supplier.

NATURALSOY POWDER is certified organic, non-GMO, fermented soy powder and is a source of complimentary nutrition for use with Multi-Nutrients or Multi-Nutrients II and fish or vegetable essential fatty acids. The combination provides superlative nutritional support.

Hypoallergenic: This product contains no milk, wheat, corn, pork, beef or other common allergens other than SOY; contains no fillers, sweeteners or preservatives.

100% Vegetarian Formula

Product Stability: This bottle contains both a desiccant and an anti-oxidant packet to protect the contents from degradation due to moisture and oxidation.

Proper Storage: Best to refrigerate after opening or store in a cool, dry place, away from direct light.

Ingredients:
Certified Organic and Certified non-genetically engineered and non-irradiated fermented soybean powder. Each 100 grams contains 34g of protein and 50mg of isoflavones.

Suggested Use:
As a dietary supplement, take three level tablespoons (30g) one or two times a day with meals, mixed in either water or juice or sprinkled on cereal?or as directed by physician.
*Not to be consumed by infants or those with thy.roid concerns. Soy is known as a thy.roid disruptor and a phytoestrogen.

19 servings per container

Ingredients per 3 tablespoons:

Calories 134

Calories from Fat 52

Total Fat 5.8 g

Saturated Fat 0.67 g

Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7 g

Monounsaturated Fat 1.1 g

Total Carbohydrate 9.4 g

Dietary Fiber 3.6 g

Sodium 12.7 mg

Potassium 526 mg

Protein 11

Vitamin A 153 iu

Vitamin C 25 mg

Calcium 167 mg

Iron 3 mg

Vitamin E 1.27 iu

Thiamine .37 mg

Riboflavin .15 mg

Niacin 1.4 mg

Folic Acid 140 mcg

Phosphorous 164 mg

Copper .1 mg

Selenium 1.4 mcg

Zinc .84 mg

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Isoflavones are water-soluble chemicals found in plants. Isoflavones are found in soy products, red clover, kudzu and licorice. The isoflavones of soy are genistein, daidzein and glycitein. The most well-researched isoflavones are genistein and daidzein. The isoflavones have been well researched for their antioxidant and phytoestrogenic activity. Phytoestrogens are plant estrogens with weaker activity than the normal circulating hormones in the body. Phytoestrogens mimick estrogen by binding to estrogen receptor sites and not allowing actual estrogen to attach to the receptor site. The net effect of the phytoestrogenic activity may be to decrease the risk of hormone dependent cancers, such as prostate, breast, or uterine cancer, as well as providing some of the good benefits of estrogen (such as preventing osteoporosis).

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Osteoporosis

Menopause

PMS

Cancer prevention

Bodybuilding

Clinical Applications/Research

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Phytoestrogens

Phytoestrogens is the word for a group of plant-based hormones with weak estrogenic activity. These particular "phytochemicals," or chemicals from plants, are found in some 300 foods (especially soy products, cabbage and fennel), and in some herbs, such as dong quai, red raspberry, and licorice root. Since the hormones have weak estrogenic activity, they are able to eliminate some of the symptoms of menopause and decrease the risk for osteoporosis that is associated with a lack of estrogen. Since phytoestrogens also have the power to bind to regular estrogen receptors, they can also eliminate the ill effects attributed to too much circulating estrogen, such as premenstrual tension and increased risk for breast cancer. The Japanese are commonly cited for their unique statistics of women who escape menopausal symptoms and related post-menopausal disease. This is attributed by many to their increased consumption of soy-based products which are high in the phytoestrogens. In fact, the breast cancer rates increase in Japanese women if they adopt a soy-free diet (Wash. Post, April 3, 1994).

Not all soy isoflavone supplements contain phytoestrogens. If the isolates of soy protein have been extracted with alcohol, the phytoestrogens have been removed. It is important to read labels and receive a guarantee from the manufacturer that the isoflavone content is listed on the label and has been tested independently for potency.

Cancer Prevention

Combinations of soy isoflavones have demonstrated their usefulness as chemoprotective agents relative to certain types of cancers (Lancet 1993;342:1209?10; Lancet 1991;337:1197?200). Soy has been shown to inhibit angiogenesis (the growth of new blood vessels) (Proc Natl Acad Sci 1993;90:2690?4). Tumor cells secrete proteins that cause the growth of new blood vessels, from which the cancer cells get the nutrients to survive. By inhibiting angiogenesis, soy helps to prevent cancer. Soy isoflavones have been shown to inhibit breast cancer growth in vitro (in a test tube).

Menopause

Soy isoflavones may be helpful in reducing the hot flashes of menopause (Duncan AM, et al, Modest hormonal effects of soy isoflavones in postmenopausal women. J Clin Endocrin Metab 1999 Oct;84(10):3479-84).

PMS

Soy isoflavones have also been shown to reduce the effects of excess estrogens associated with PMS by antagonizing the interaction of these hormones with their receptors.

High Cholesterol Levels

Soy isoflavones do not consistantly decrease cholesterol yet they may in some people.

Osteoporosis

Soy isoflavones have protected against bone loss in animal studies. Soy isoflavones induce a reduction in bone resorption caused by diminished post-menopausal levels of estrogens (Anderson, Scheiber) (Potter SM, et al, Soy protein and isoflavones: their effects on blood lipids and bone density in postmenopausal women. Am J Clin Nutr 1998 Dec;68(6 Suppl):1375S-1379S). This benefit of soy has been debated.

Suggested Dosage

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10-100 mg daily is suggested, but the ideal dose of soy is unknown.

Contraindications/Toxicology

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Soy Sensitivity

Patients who have a known sensitivity to soy products should not consume this soy protein.

Thy.roid Function

Consuming unfermented soy of any type does diminish thy.roid output. Soy isoflavones may inhibit thy.roid peroxidase, an enzyme necessary for thy.roid hormone production. Thus, even small amounts of soy isoflavones may suppress thy.roid function or be contraindicated in hypothy.roidism (Biochem Pharmacol. Nov1997;54(10):1087-96).

Infant Formula

There is concern over giving infants a soy-based formula, especially boys. (Lancet Jul 1997;350(9070):23-7). High levels of soy exposure early in life can adversely effect the hormonal development of the infant. Boys on infant formula have higher rates of testicular cancer, prostate cancer, have delayed physical maturation (including penis growth and undescended testicles), and poor sperm quality. Girls on soy formula have premature puberty, higher rates of autoimmune disease, and allergies.

Cancer

Most studies support the anti-cancer effects of soy isoflavones, however there have been some reported cases of increasing cancer risk. Women who have undergone a total hysterectomy or have had their ovaries removed have shown an increase in cancer risk when taking genistein (Breast Cancer Res Treat 1997;46:169?79 [review]). Also, pre-menopausal women have shown an increase in breast secretions thought to increase the risk of breast cancer (Cancer Epidemiol Biomarkers Prev 1996;5:785?94). Until further research is performed, concern is warranted when recommending this dietary supplement to individuals who are susceptible to hormonally related cancers or who have a history of estrogen positive cancers.

Mineral Absorption

Soy contains phytic acid, which is a compound that may interfere with mineral absorption.

Drug/ Nutrient Interactions

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Antiandrogens, Estrogens and Progestins

Phytoestrogens are plant containing compounds whose structures are chemically similar to that of steroid hormones. Examples include dong quai (Angeilca sinensis), red clover (Trifolium pratense), alfalfa (Medicago sativa), black cohosh (Cimicifuga racemosa), and soybeans. Concurrent use may interfere with the biochemical effects of these drugs.

Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors

Tyramine-containing foods are contraindicated because MAO inhibitors block an enzyme which breaks this substance down, potentially leading to toxic accumulation in the body. Six people on Parnate (MAO inhibitor) reached a hypertensive crisis level because they had consumed liver pate with a high content of tyramine (Am J Psychiatry. 1966;122:933-937). Anyone on MAO inhibitors should receive a list of these foods from their doctor. The action of bacteria on protein also produces tyramine, so the freshness of meats is important. Tyramine-containing foods range from avocados to yeast supplements, and include four types of foods: broad bean pods (fava, lima, etc.); yeast concentrates (i.e. brewer?s yeast); salted, smoked, or pickled fish (especially herring); and aged cheeses. Wine has tyramine (Chianti is especially high), and one death has been reported from the interaction of a MAO inhibitor and vermouth. Fermented soybean products, such as miso and soy sauce may also cause problems, as can large amounts of chocolate.

Thy.roid Hormone Replacement

Soy products should be consumed at least four hours away from levothyroxine. Soy can reduce the absorption of the drug.