Susan,  this indictment of soy is heavy indeed and I wonder if the source you
are citing is peer reviewed and statistically valid.  I ask this because there
has been a lot of positive press as to the benefits of soy in mollifying
menopausal effects.  If it is powerful enough to do that, it may be effective
in certain quantities in altering male hormonal balance.  On the other hand,
I have heard some females say it is not effective for them.  Therefore,  I
wonder where the research supported conclusions end and the hype begins.  I
have seen Price Pottenger cited occasionally on this list and wonder if you
can  comment on the character of the information it puts out.  That is,  what
is the objectivity quotient?  Thanks.  Rick

Susan Carmack wrote:

> Soybeans contain proteins which 'mimic' the protein gluten like casein and
> oranges that Elsie mentioned, and many celiacs are similarly bothered by
> soy. Corn is also problematic for many. From what I have read, soy causes
> many kinds of cancer, and the phytoestrogens in soy formula, specifically
> cause boys to have delayed physical maturation or none at all, including
> lack of development of the sexual organs. Girls are maturing younger.
> I found this info in the fall Price Pottenger magazine.
>
> All the best,
> Susan