Soy Is One of the Healthiest Foods You Can Eat...Right?

Soy is in 60% of our foods. Find out what it could be doing to your health.

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0:00 Introduction: The truth about soy
1:15 The dangers of soy
4:22 Why soy is in so many of our foods
5:45 What you can do
7:05 Check out my video on the best foods to eat!

When you do a search on soy, you’re going to find a lot of positive things about it. But, in reality, there are a lot of negative things about soy products.

Soy is GMO, and most of it has been processed using hexane, which is toxic. Soy is also very inflammatory because it’s high in omega-6.

Soy has been promoted to menopausal women but, in 25 trials, it was demonstrated that soy didn’t improve hot flashes.

Soy is given to many animals that we then eat. It’s also in oils, salad dressings, processed foods, and more.

There is a lot of conflicting information on soy, but many people believe it can lead to a range of serious health problems.

Soy is subsidized, meaning the government will pay farmers to grow soy. 85% of subsidized products go to just 50 multibillionaire CEOs. Overall, it seems like there is a huge push to get people to consume soy because it’s profitable.

But, as a consumer, there are a few things you can do about this problem. If people buy fewer soy products, the market will shift to other products.

What you can do:
1. Be highly selective of what you order at restaurants
2. Read labels and don’t buy products that contain soy
3. Eat at home
4. Consume more omega-3 fats

Dr. Eric Berg DC Bio:
Dr. Berg, age 57, is a chiropractor who specializes in Healthy Ketosis & Intermittent Fasting. He is the author of the best-selling book The Healthy Keto Plan, and is the Director of Dr. Berg Nutritionals. He no longer practices, but focuses on health education through social media.

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Disclaimer:
Dr. Eric Berg received his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Palmer College of Chiropractic in 1988. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Berg is a licensed chiropractor in Virginia, California, and Louisiana, but he no longer practices chiropractic in any state and does not see patients so he can focus on educating people as a full time activity, yet he maintains an active license. This video is for general informational purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, cure, treatment, diagnosis, and prescription or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Berg and you. You should not make any change in your health regimen or diet before first consulting a physician and obtaining a medical exam, diagnosis, and recommendation. Always seek the advice of a physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.

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Thanks for watching! I hope this helps you better understand soy and why you should avoid it. I’ll see you in the next video.

[Mangomesh]

One rule, if the government wants you to eat it and mainstream media recommend it... Don't eat it. I remember reading that the Roman empire changed the farming methods from barley to corn... The Roman army got sick and the empire fell.

[nataliem.]

I stopped drinking soy milk yrs ago when it blew up my fibroids. I stay far away from anything soy. Thank you Dr Berg for shedding a light on this!

[moustafahamada]

In addition, eating soybeans may cause elevated levels of the phytoestrogen hormone, which is toxic to people with kidney failure.

[scotthamlin]

Thanks Dr Berg. I’ve been doing this for over 2 years now. Also always reading food labels now. Takes longer at grocery store but it’s worth it.

[ricksmith]

Thank you for being honest and actually trying to improve people’s health. We need more people like you in healthcare

[josephrainonejr.]

Dr. Berg, when I was diagnosed with Celiac Disease nine years ago, I also became allergic to soy. I experienced severe itching. You are so correct, soy is in everything! I read every label thoroughly. Thank you!

[rtmirt]

I'm a male who switched to soy milk about 15 years ago thinking it would be healthier than cow's milk. Within a month I developed a severe lump in my left breast. My doctor told me he thought I had breast cancer. I asked about the possibility of switching to soy being the cause. He poo-poo the idea and ordered tests out the wazoo, so I quit soy on my own. My gynecomastia cleared right up within a month. I switched my dietary habits and my doctor and have never looked back. No soy for me thanks.

[johnpickett]

I stopped using soy products and canola products over a year ago. That stuff is in Everything!! My inflammation is gone now, being on healthy keto, omad, reading labels, getting as much organics and grass fed products as I can. At one point I was going to have a hip replacement, a hip replacement at 52, that's crazy. I walked with a cane and was in total pain. I thought it was from being a runner. Now my hips never bother me. No pain at all. What a difference a year can make. Thanks to Dr. Berg.

[fbomb]

Soy is completely avoidable, but you better read labels. The food companies are sneaky.

[ritalafleur]

Agreed, it's also to make you sick to rely on prescription drugs. We cook at home always, been doing this for years. Thanks Dr. Berg, your AWESOME!

[rachellejeune]

I quit eating out completely 2 months ago and buy organic, non GMO only. Label reading is vital!
Thanks for all your great info.

[SirenASMR_]

I stopped eating processed soy products back in 2005 when I began having ovarian cysts and hormone problems from it . It’s so toxic and it’s put in so many of our foods today . I read all ingredients now and avoid it like the plague . I only use hemp milk for anything related to having to use for milk substitute.

[nedic]

So true, after eating just one meal at restaurant the inflammation aches show the next day but if I eat at home I am pain FREE

[carolyncaissie]

I believe this. I'm gonna avoid soy.

[chwang]

Dr. Berg, ever since I have been following your program, I noticed that I no longer suffer from inflammation of the joints or arthritis of the hands (which I have been suffering from for a long time.) For the past two weeks, I've been manually digging and moving dirt with a shovel, daily, for hours. And, although, i am tired at the end of the day, my joints aren't achy. Your keto IF program enabled me to work just as hard, if not harder than before, but without all the soreness that usually comes with it. I started IF on April 1st, and started healthy keto, June 1st. I have gone from 139 lbs., back in April 2022, to under 125, today. I was addicted to eating and I learned that not eating so much, especially all those bad things, really makes a difference! I am always telling people to check out your videos because it worked for me, for certain. I commented to a YouTuber in Korea, to check you out because she has been struggling with her weight, and although she didn't reply, she mentioned in her last video, that she is watching you. It is my firm belief that your videos are the most useful information on the internet. Thank you!

[jm]

Big Ag should be declared a criminal enterprise. The damage they do to humans, animals, and the environment is purely disgusting.

[dougm]

Hey doc, you taught me a million videos ago to avoid soy which I try to do as often as possible so thank you for that. I also learned this past year about "Soy Boys" and living in a city off the Carolina coast I can see a lot of them around which is very disheartening as I don`t think they know how sick they are growing breasts and being overweight.
My biggest downfall is chicken which I love and get regularly from our local non organic markets as I cannot afford chickens from the farmers markets though I do buy and eat their "grass fed" eggs.
Please be careful and tread lightly when mentioning our government sponsored and approved foods as millions of us count on you for our health and well being. I no longer trust our Alphabet agencies esp after that nasty virus that went around.
Keep up the good work!

[thewhinjaninja]

I could binge watch this guys videos. They are so informative, well laid out, and delivered in a way that makes watching them very therapeutic :)

[AnupmaSbhardwaj]

Sir I suffered big thyroid issues because of Soya .In Indian traditional medical system Ayrveda Soya is totally forbidden .

[belovedamie]

I’m convinced soy baby formula caused my daughter to have PCOS. It was a popular formula when she was a baby, and several of her friends also have a PCOS diagnosis. I really wish they’d do a study on this.