Soy consumption reduces risk of lung disease

People who eat lots of soy products not only have better lung function but also are less likely to develop chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and other respiratory symptoms.
The researchers, led by Andy Lee, worked with a team of respiratory physicians to gather 300 patients with COPD of six Japanese hospitals and 340 control subjects matched by age in the same areas as the patients in relation to their consumption of soy. The results of the study of Curtin University of Technology in Australia published in the journal Respiratory Research.
As pointed out by Fumi Hirayama, coauthor of the study, “Soy consumption correlated positively with lung function and was inversely associated with risk of COPD. It has been suggested that flavonoids in soy foods act as an antiinflammatory agent in lungs and that protect against carcinogens snuff for smokers. However, more research is needed to understand the underlying biological mechanism. “
Soy is the basis of many Japanese foods, including tofu, natto, miso soup, sprouts and soy milk. It is claimed that soy foods lower cholesterol and relieve symptoms of menopause. This is the first study to demonstrate the association between the consumption of healthy food and a reduced risk of developing COPD.
COPD is characterized by a progressive decline in lung function and includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema. The smoking of cigarettes in the long run produces almost 90 percent of COPD cases. Research shows only an association between soy consumption and reduced risk of developing the disorder, but the best way to avoid it is still full of snuff refrain.

Source : ami20.com