For years soy has been widely exaggerated as the answer to all our problems. Soy, by itself, is toxic to the human body if not cooked thoroughly and correctly. There are several side effects related to consuming soy, but the one I will talk about is cancer. The “miracle cure” for cancer is said to be soy protein and isoflavone supplements. Cancer rates are at an all-time high and the disease is the second leading cause of death in the United States. The idea that soy can save lives seems surprising but, unfortunately, this is not the case. Many studies show that soy proteins (or isoflavones) are counterproductive or unproductive, but only a few show that they could prevent cancer. Some even say it can contribute to or cause cancer. But the industry continues to tout it as the answer to cancer. The Solae Company appealed to the FDA for clearance of a cancer health claim related to soy protein in 2004. Solae argued: “There is scientific agreement among experts qualified by scientific training and experience to evaluate such claims regarding the relationship between soy protein products and reduced risk of certain cancers.” Consensus does not exist. Many experts have warned about the health risks and carcinogenic potential of soy protein resulting from excessive use of soy foods. It's absurd that scientists would even consider soy for a cancer health claim. Soy isoflavones are listed as “carcinogens” in the 1976 American Chemical Society book “Chemical Carcinogens” and in many other toxicology books. Isoflavones have been shown to increase mental mutations and malformations. The poisonous and carcinogenic residues consist of textured vegetable proteins, soy protein isolates and other new soy products used by the current i... middle of paper... driven by a grassroots movement demanding integrity and honesty. , common sense and "real food?" The challenge and the choice are ours. Works Cited Campbell-McBride, Natasha. “No soya, please!” Gut Syndrome and Psychology: Natural Treatment for Autism, Dyspraxia, ADD, Dyslexia, ADHD, Depression, Schizophrenia. Nashville: Medinform Publishing, 2004. 2. Print.Daniel, Kaayla T.. “Soy and Cancer.” The Whole Soy Story: The Dark Side of America's Favorite Health Food. Boston: New Trends Publishing, 2005. 16. PrintEnig, Mary G., and Sally Fallon. “Facts Against Fat Fears.” Eat fat, lose fat: lose weight and feel great with three delicious, science-based coconut diets. Philadelphia: Hudson Street Press, 2005. 4. Print.Hughes, Meredith Sayles. "Beans." Turn the beans over and pass the peanuts: the legumes. Minneapolis: Lerner Publications Co., 1999. 5. Print.