May lower blood sugar

Soy isoflavones may help marginally lower blood sugar and insulin levels in menopausal women, according to one analysis that included 17 randomized control studies, the gold standard in research. Additionally, soy isoflavones may lessen insulin resistance, a disease in which cells no longer react to insulin as they should. Type 2 diabetes can eventually develop as a result of insulin resistance and excessive blood sugar levels. Supplements containing soy protein may also assist persons with type 2 diabetes or metabolic syndrome in somewhat reducing their insulin and blood sugar levels, according to some data.

The term "metabolic syndrome" describes a group of disorders that collectively tend to raise a person's risk of type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and stroke. These diseases include high blood sugar, high cholesterol, blood pressure, and belly fat. These conclusions are not universal, and several studies have been unable to establish a direct correlation between soy consumption and blood sugar regulation in both healthy individuals and those with type 2 diabetes.