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The Effect of Soy on Hair Growth

Soy has hundreds of uses, including to make candles, waxes and lotions. Soy-based products are often substituted for meats in vegan diets. Soy is known to lower cholesterol and prevent heart disease and cancer, according to Health Castle.

  1. Japanese

    • Japanese men experience almost no male-pattern baldness, according to Stop Hair Loss Now. The diet of Japanese men includes a daily intake of 20 to 80 mg of genistein, which is derived from soy.

    Dosage

    • Stop Hair Loss Now recommends consuming 300 to 500 mg of soy extract daily to prevent hair loss.

    Studies

    • Johnson & Johnson conducted a clinical study on the growth of leg hair and facial hair. Results suggest that a topical soy treatment could aid in the prevention of unwanted hair.

    Isoflavones

    • Soy contains isoflavones, which have been noted to be useful in the treatment and prevention of hair loss.

    Research

    • Research published in the "Biology of Reproduction" journal indicates that drinking soy milk can reverse male pattern baldness and reduce hair loss.

    Menopause

    • Soy extract stimulates estrogen receptors, therefore aiding in hair loss associated with menopause and the subsequent estrogen loss.

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