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An overhead spread of whole soy foods — a block of firm tofu, a bowl of edamame, a glass of soy milk and dried soybeans
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Health

Does soy lower testosterone? Here's what the science actually says

Does soy lower testosterone or harm men's health? After decades of research and 40+ human trials, the evidence is clear. Here's what the science actually says.
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A strong person in a gym holds a block of plant based protein in one hand, and a chicken wing in the other hand
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Nutrition

Is animal protein really superior for muscle growth? The scoring system examined

Many people mention "protein quality" when discussing different protein sources, but what does that mean, and how important is it?
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A person holds a bag of texturised vegetable protein
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OPINION
Health

Why texturized soy protein isn't the worst protein in the world

Eric Berg claims that texturized soy protein is "toxic" and "one of the worst foods for your body", despite the evidence showing that he's mostly wrong.
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An overweight school child holds a lunch tray full of meat and dairy
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Food Systems

Why the 2025-2030 dietary guidelines for Americans harm school nutrition and student health

The 2025-2030 MAHA guidelines prioritize red meat and dairy over plant-based proteins, harming school nutrition programs.
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