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Article: American Institute for Cancer Research Cites Soy Products For Fighting Cancer, Heart Disease; Taste-Tests for Soy Burgers
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- September 17, 1997
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WASHINGTON, Sept. 17 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Institute for Cancer Research says isoflavones -- found in soybeans -- "may inhibit enzymes necessary for the growth and spread of many types of cancer," and so its staff members have taste-tested a variety of soy products.
"Population studies show low rates of certain cancers in countries where soy is a regular part of the diet, such as many areas in Asia," AICR's latest newsletter said.
"This may be because soy contains several naturally-occurring compounds -- phytochemicals like isoflavones, protease inhibitors and saponins -- which seem to protect against the development of cancer," the ...