Tofu & Estrogen

[KO'd]

Just wanted to know the general consensus on including tofu as a part of my working diet. I know it contains Phytoestrogens, would that have a large impact on my levels, or would it not make any real differences?
Thanks for any input

 

[Jezebel]

There is such conflicting info about soy and estrogen levels. Some studies say yes and some say no. Soy contains isoflavones which contain plant estrogen. However, some studies have shown that plant estrogen behaves differently than animal estrogen so it doesn't affect the body in the same way.

I used to be a big drinker of soy milk because regular milk upsets my stomach. However, since starting on my workout and diet regimen, I haven't had any but mostly for the calories than anything else but I have to wonder. And I'm female! LOL.

Probably be safe to eat a little tofu but I wouldn't go crazy. There are plenty of other lean proteins out there to choose from. Can I ask why tofu and not lean meat?

 

[KO'd]

I think your probably right, the meat thing is no go, cause I'm a lacto vegetarian. Gaining weight has never been an issue for me, but cutting is a different story lol.

 

[KO'd]

But there are alot of foods with good amounts of protein like Quinoa, Lentils, Beans, Nuts, Seitan, etc. It's not like I just eat lettuce

 

[Jezebel]

Maybe take an estrogen blocker just to play it safe?