How does Solae® brand soy protein work to lower cholesterol?
Various bioactive components in soy protein have been suggested to explain the cholesterol-lowering effects of soy protein. Studies have shown that soy protein enhances bile acid secretion, which has the effect of removing cholesterol from the blood. Other research has shown that soy protein stimulates the liver to remove LDL-cholesterol from the blood. Still more studies have suggested that the amino acid profile of soy protein may be chiefly responsible for its heart health benefits. Researchers continue to explore the exact mechanisms by which soy protein lowers a person’s blood cholesterol.
