Soy Protein Found to Deplete Testosterone in Men

Before taking drugs for low testosterone, it would probably be a good idea to check your diet to make sure you're not consuming soy protein.

The health detriments of soy consumption are reiterated in a new study out of the University of Connecticut that highlights the importance of avoiding soy at all costs. Researchers from the school found that men who consume soy protein rather than whey protein for muscle recovery and growth experience considerable reductions in their testosterone levels, as well as marked increases in levels of the stress hormone cortisol. Read more