Veganism is the practice of eating only foods produced from plants. A vegan diet differs from a vegetarian one, which allows consuming eggs and dairy products in addition to plant-based foods. In the past decade, vegan diets have become more popular for several reasons. First, a vegan diet is...

The foods we eat influence our hormones in different ways. First, they provide our bodies with the raw materials needed for hormone production. Second, they promote or hinder the release of hormones. Third, certain foods contain endocrine disruptors. These natural or man-made substances interfere...

Soy is a controversial food item. On the one hand, soy-based foods are thought to be healthy. This is because they are common ingredients in plant-based diets, which are linked to several health benefits.^1,2 On the other hand, other studies have raised concerns about the negative effects of...