Can Soy Balance My Menopausal Mood Swings?
A great way to combat your menopause symptoms is to harness the healing powers of herbs. Herbs are a natural alternative to costly and dangerous treatments like hormone replacement treatment. One herb renowned for its super healing powers is soy. Read on to learn more about how soy can help you combat your menopausal mood swings.
A History of Soy
Soy is a plant extract of soybean, which has been a staple food crop in many parts of Asia for centuries. It was used to make things like tempeh, natto, miso, and, of course, soy sauce. In America however, soy was not used as a food source until the 1920s, and not as a sauce for food until even later; this, despite having been grown as an industrial product since the 18 Century. Soy is now found across the globe, including Europe and Africa.
Soy: A Timeline
. Before Records Began: Soy is used in China as a staple food crop
. 2850 BC: Soy is listed by Emperor Shennong of China as one of his top 5 sacred plants
. 900 BC: Soy is cultivated in Korea as a food crop
. 100 AD: Soy is introduced into Japan, India, Thailand and other Asian territories
. 1704 AD: Soy is introduced into Europe
. 1765 AD: Soy is introduced into America by Samuel Bowen
. 1770 AD: Soy is introduced into Oceana
. 1857 AD: Soy is introduced into Africa
. 1882 AD: Soy is introduced into South America
. 1920 AD: Soy is first used as a food source in America
. Present: Soy is enjoyed by millions across the globe
Read on to learn about the benefits of eating soy.
Super Soy
Soy is available in many different forms; you can find it in some milks, vegetable oils and flours. The benefits of consuming soy products include reduced cholesterol and, because soy contains omega-3 fatty acids, it can help combat circulatory problems like varicose veins and high blood pressure. Soy may also have the potential to combat your menopause symptoms.
Soy and Your Mood Swings
During menopause your estrogen levels can fluctuate, causing many of your unpleasant symptoms, including mood swings. Soy can help to replenish and rebalance your haywire hormone levels because it contains phytoestrogens. Phytoestrogens are found in plants and are similar to estrogen at a molecular level and may be able to mimic the effects estrogen has on a living organism.
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