Despite strong evidence to the contrary, manipulated-soy foods and supplements continue to bask in the aura of health. Soy protein powder, milk, yogurt, formula, hotdogs, nuggets, bacon, crumbles, cheese, chips, etc. are touted by manufacturers as heart-healthy alternatives to meat and dairy products, but I have been reading up on the effects of these foods, and they should be avoided. The Soy Deception, a recent book from Dr. David Brownstein and nutritionist Sheryl Shenfelt, catalogs and debunks widespread misconceptions, as do posts on Ms. Shenfelt’s informative website, aplacetobe.com.
