….especially on thyroid health.
Soy is obtained from the soybean. In its whole form, it is commonly known as edamame. Unfortunately, even in its whole form, it can be problematic for people — even those without thyroid issues!
The evidence regarding the impact of soy on thyroid health is limited, and some studies do not show a link between soy and TSH or thyroid function. At the current time, there is no clear consensus regarding how much or how little soy is safe for thyroid function.
Soy blocks the activity of the TPO enzyme and has been linked to the development of autoimmune thyroiditis. Additionally, studies have shown that soy can affect thyroid medications, asthma, and menstrual cycles.
If you use thyroid replacement medication, it is important to know that soy can prevent optimal absorption of your thyroid medication, resulting in inconsistent medication effects.
