Food Myth: Are Soy Products Really a Healthy Alternative?

A food myth that I am aware of is that soy products are believed by some to be a good alternative source of nutrients that are found normally in meat and dairy products. Soybeans also have the benefit of being perceived by the general consumer as a great source of iron, zinc, protein and calcium and have the extra benefit in being low in cholesterol.
Facts not know by many is that soy products also have several, if not more, negative effects compared to the positive. Freshly picked and untreated soybeans are toxic and have a high level of phytic acid. …