Soy milk, estrogen, and men? ?
Soy beverages are made from soybeans, which contain natural compounds called isoflavones. Soy beverages will vary in isoflavone content depending on how they are made. Isoflavones behave like very, very weak forms of the body's own estrogen. Isoflavones compete for the same place on cells that estrogen does. That means isoflavones can affect the action of estrogen in your body, but not increase the level of estrogen. For example, since isoflavones can bind to estrogen receptors on breast cells, they prevent a woman’s own, more potent, estrogen from taking that spot. Some of the risks of excess estrogen, including breast and uterine cancer, are thought to be lowered in this way. Yes, soy beverages are suitable for men too! In fact, a study conducted in more than 12,000 Californian men found that those who drank a soy beverage daily, compared to those who never drank it, were 70 per cent less likely to develop prostate cancer. It’s thought that isoflavones can help keep testosterone levels in check (prostate cancer cells feed off testosterone). Soy beans also contain other phytochemicals that have cancer-fighting actions. Not all soy beverages are created equal. To choose a healthier product, read nutrition the label. Per 250 ml serving, look for 8 to 10 grams of protein. You also should limit refined sugar. Flavoured soy beverages can have as much as 21 grams of sugar (5 teaspoons worth) per serving. Unflavoured versions contain added cane juice or rice syrup which adds 5 to 10 grams of sugar per 250 ml serving. Unsweetened products have no more than 2 grams of sugar per serving. 2011
Can I buy Cervical caps at the drug store over the counter for a type of birth control?
Is it possible to buy cervical caps ( the kind that you put over the hole of your cervix before sex and remove hours afterwords, I think ) at a drug store or do I have to see a doctor? Any one know if they are simple to use?
What happens when a girl takes estrogen?
I like Dixie Golden’s answer. She demonstrates a knowledge of endocrinology that is very much on point for not being a doctor. Some of the assumptions you make in the subtext of your question are a bit misguided though.A woman may or may not wish to have estrogen replacement when she encounters menopause, but she should see a doctor first before taking any estrogen and follow a doctor’s orders any time it proves detrimental to her health. This was my situation when I had a stroke a couple of years ago and had to discontinue estrogen injections. The situation is no different for a cis-gendered woman.Women take a combination of estrogen and progestin nearly every day in the form of birth control pills, but its purpose there is to “fool” the body into believing it’s already pregnant. Again, it’s best to see a doctor beforehand.When a biological male takes estrogen, with or without anti-androgens, the purpose is almost always because she is a trans woman and is transitioning. Again, always always under a doctor’s advice. But if she (not he) discontinues taking them for whatever reason, there will be a slight reversion to her former state. If taken long enough, the effects are permanent (functional castration, breast growth, body fat redistribution, etc). Hormones do not affect facial hair growth nor do they affect voice pitch.
Estrogen in soy products?
Here's a serious question. I would rather some facts,not just guesses or opinions. I have been trying to find out if it's true or not that soy has a dangerous amount of estrogen. Also,if it's true that it's bad for young boys,or causes breast cancer. I have been trying to find this out,but I keep find contradicting information. One person says it's fine,another says it's not. I would like to have facts and links,if possible. Thanks!