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|Short definition=Soy - {{Pronunciation}} ( | |Short definition=Soy - {{Pronunciation}} (SOY-uh) A product of a plant of Asian origin that produces beans used in many foods. Soy contains isoflavones (estrogen-like substances) that are being studied to prevent cancer, menopausal hot flashes and osteoporosis (loss of bone density). | ||
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Soy - {{Pronunciation}} ( | Soy - {{Pronunciation}} (SOY-uh) A product of a plant of Asian origin that produces beans used in many foods. Soy contains isoflavones (estrogen-like substances) that are being studied to prevent cancer, menopausal hot flashes and osteoporosis (loss of bone density). Soy in the diet can lower cholesterol and reduce the risk of heart disease. Also called glycine max, soy and soybean {{dictionary-stub}} [[Category:Dictionary of medicine]] | ||
Latest revision as of 18:32, 14 January 2023
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| Term | Soy |
| Short definition | Soy - (pronounced) (SOY-uh) A product of a plant of Asian origin that produces beans used in many foods. Soy contains isoflavones (estrogen-like substances) that are being studied to prevent cancer, menopausal hot flashes and osteoporosis (loss of bone density). |
| Type | Cancer terms |
| Specialty | Oncology |
| Language | English |
| Source | NCI |
| Comments | |
Soy - (pronounced) (SOY-uh) A product of a plant of Asian origin that produces beans used in many foods. Soy contains isoflavones (estrogen-like substances) that are being studied to prevent cancer, menopausal hot flashes and osteoporosis (loss of bone density). Soy in the diet can lower cholesterol and reduce the risk of heart disease. Also called glycine max, soy and soybean
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