Can breast cancer patients eat soybeans?
Oct 08, 2024
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Lv Dapeng
Introduction
In general, breast cancer patients can consume soybeans, but only in small amounts. It is important for breast cancer patients to ensure that soybeans are thoroughly cooked, as consuming raw or undercooked soybeans may cause abdominal pain, diarrhea, and other symptoms. Additionally, during their diet, breast cancer patients should avoid overly greasy, spicy, pickled, and grilled foods.
In general, breast cancer patients can consume soybeans, but only in small amounts. The detailed explanation is as follows:
Soybeans are a nutrient-rich food containing high-quality protein, various vitamins, and minerals. Although soy isoflavones in soybeans have functions similar to estrogen in the human body, moderate consumption of soybeans does not significantly affect estrogen levels in patients. On the contrary, it may help regulate hormonal balance and promote recovery.
It should be noted that breast cancer patients must ensure that soybeans are thoroughly cooked to avoid gastrointestinal symptoms such as abdominal pain and diarrhea caused by consuming raw or undercooked soybeans. Additionally, during their diet, breast cancer patients should avoid overly greasy, spicy, pickled, grilled foods, and foods high in estrogen, such as honey and royal jelly.
