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July 2007 PMID 17908338

Effect of protein source and resistance training on body composition and sex hormones.

Douglas Kalman, Samantha Feldman, Michele Martinez, Diane R Krieger, Mark J Tallon

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Discussion examples include comments supporting the research's conclusion that soy does not diminish testosterone, words like 'less problematic than many think' indicate a positive tone, and posts referencing scientific publications and dosage data show active engagement and a desire to clarify misinformation, reflecting a community deeply interested in the topic.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most posts support the idea that soy and protein sources do not negatively impact testosterone or muscle gain, aligning with the study’s findings.

InterestHigh interest

Discussions demonstrate high interest, especially with detailed mentions of dosage, hormonal effects, and comparisons between plant and animal proteins.

EngagementModerate engagement

Posts show moderate engagement through sharing opinions, referencing scientific sources, and discussing misinformation, indicating thoughtful participation.

ImpactNeutral impact

While some content emphasizes the importance of the research, overall impact seems moderate as discussions stay within academic and health communities without broad societal influence.

Abstract in brief

  • The study found that consuming different types of protein, including soy and whey, for 12 weeks increased lean body mass regardless of the protein source, and there were no significant changes in testosterone levels, sex hormone-binding globulin, or body fat.
  • Even though soy protein intake has been linked to lower male sex hormone levels in some evidence, this research showed that soy protein does not decrease serum testosterone nor hinder muscle gains during resistance training.
  • The research also observed changes in hormone ratios, such as an increase in the testosterone-to-estradiol ratio across all groups, with some variation in estradiol levels depending on the protein type, but these did not negatively affect overall muscle growth.
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Tim Noakes
@ProfTimNoakes · X

What's strange Mark is that when I check PubMed I see that you don't seem ever to have published any scientific studies on carbs and exercise - your interest seems to have been protein consumption and this was last in 2007 (I could of course be wrong) https://t.co/rYd2x6cadf. https://t.co/h9FSoWLiMc

Jun 28, 2023 · 15 likes · 3 shares · 157,831 followers View post →
Douglas Kalman PhD
@dougkalmanphdrd · X

@kevinnbass @maxlugavere @fleroy1974 @BioLayne @TyRBeal @geoffreywoo @B_Holmer @TheVeganRD @drdairy50 @DrCamMaximus What happens in the acute does not really matter as much as cumulative effects. We found this: https://t.co/8Mw2mjsvcK

Jul 30, 2022 · 6 likes · 5,467 followers View post →
Douglas Kalman PhD
@dougkalmanphdrd · X

@RobertaAnding in 2007 https://t.co/McbS2H5DZ2

Jul 15, 2021 · 1 like · 5,467 followers View post →
Harpyeagle___
@Harpyeagle___ · X

https://t.co/OwYT9yKzNF

Jan 20, 2021 · 1 like · 152 followers View post →
thebigfatfix
@CerealKillers13 · X

RT @ProfTimNoakes: What's strange Mark is that when I check PubMed I see that you don't seem ever to have published any scientific studies…

Jun 28, 2023 · 3 shares · 7,628 followers View post →
Dr. Angela A Stanton
@MigraineBook · X

RT @ProfTimNoakes: What's strange Mark is that when I check PubMed I see that you don't seem ever to have published any scientific studies…

Jun 28, 2023 · 3 shares · 6,635 followers View post →

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Domo-kun
@domosauce · X

@joshuamcclure @AlpacaAurelius Ingesting moderate soy bean derivatives didn't reduce testosterone https://t.co/dI5NLqhxPM Consuming 3 quarts a day had a temporary effect https://t.co/fTyGd81X9V Seed oil inflammations and resolution by omega-6 to omega-3 ratio is inconclusive.

Dec 1, 2024 · 134 followers View post →
ABDULAZIZ..
@3ziz_aab · X

@Mohanadhimself @Mans0our @0uel76 @MSoffee12 @alhatabbakery اذا كان كل اللي قلتو ماله علاقه اجل ايش اللي له علاقه !! عموما ابلع صويا براحتك و بكره لا تجي بمشاكل استروجينيه او خدها من الميزو ومخمره https://t.co/qECxOHXcMw https://t.co/ZSZfuYJLid https://t.co/11sikKHLux 3 مصادر واذا ما عجبك ارسلك مقاطع ل دكاتره متخصصين ف التغذيه يمكن يفيدك.

May 21, 2024 · 136 followers View post →
Dr. Angela A Stanton
@MigraineBook · X

RT @ProfTimNoakes: What's strange Mark is that when I check PubMed I see that you don't seem ever to have published any scientific studies…

Jun 28, 2023 · 3 shares · 6,635 followers View post →
Gerard Pinzone
@GerardPinzone · X

RT @ProfTimNoakes: What's strange Mark is that when I check PubMed I see that you don't seem ever to have published any scientific studies…

Jun 28, 2023 · 3 shares · 601 followers View post →
Donald Sutherland
@DonSuths88 · X

RT @ProfTimNoakes: What's strange Mark is that when I check PubMed I see that you don't seem ever to have published any scientific studies…

Jun 28, 2023 · 3 shares · 1,572 followers View post →
thebigfatfix
@CerealKillers13 · X

RT @ProfTimNoakes: What's strange Mark is that when I check PubMed I see that you don't seem ever to have published any scientific studies…

Jun 28, 2023 · 3 shares · 7,628 followers View post →
Tim Noakes
@ProfTimNoakes · X

What's strange Mark is that when I check PubMed I see that you don't seem ever to have published any scientific studies on carbs and exercise - your interest seems to have been protein consumption and this was last in 2007 (I could of course be wrong) https://t.co/rYd2x6cadf. https://t.co/h9FSoWLiMc

Jun 28, 2023 · 15 likes · 3 shares · 157,831 followers View post →
Douglas Kalman PhD
@dougkalmanphdrd · X

@kevinnbass @maxlugavere @fleroy1974 @BioLayne @TyRBeal @geoffreywoo @B_Holmer @TheVeganRD @drdairy50 @DrCamMaximus What happens in the acute does not really matter as much as cumulative effects. We found this: https://t.co/8Mw2mjsvcK

Jul 30, 2022 · 6 likes · 5,467 followers View post →
Douglas Kalman PhD
@dougkalmanphdrd · X

@RobertaAnding in 2007 https://t.co/McbS2H5DZ2

Jul 15, 2021 · 1 like · 5,467 followers View post →
Harpyeagle___
@Harpyeagle___ · X

https://t.co/OwYT9yKzNF

Jan 20, 2021 · 1 like · 152 followers View post →
Nick
@NMaterazzo · X

Pic 1: Digestibility of various plant and animal-based proteins Pic 2: EAA content of plant and animal-based proteins Pic 3: Leucine content of plant and animal-based proteins https://t.co/2nQOi3Npa3 https://t.co/kQBrR27znD https://t.co/O1AxHTJ1om https://t.co/fisxRcChKX

Oct 1, 2020 · 357 followers View post →
Douglas Kalman PhD
@dougkalmanphdrd · X

@oliviercantin @cyborgibecome soy less problematic than many may think for men or as part of the male diet. More problematic is misinformation, you won't eat some soy or drink a soy shake and suddenly want to paint your nails, have your hair "did" and watch Hallmark TV...rest assured https://t.co/iuw8wUhHf6

Jun 27, 2020 · 5,467 followers View post →
Atomic_Sex_Machine_
@CrimsonOrion · X

@SoyBeanSunrise @BrowsTiger @shaowebb @GALLOIsFree @Jyosua You need at least 53 cups of soy milk a day to notice a change https://t.co/T8OfRrKW5w https://t.co/teQPFR7nWB https://t.co/Tk8Af3Fb75 https://t.co/qBzgzwh8qZ https://t.co/nHpE7KoEYq https://t.co/T8OfRrKW5w https://t.co/teQPFR7nWB https://t.co/Tk8Af3Fb75

Dec 28, 2019 · 164 followers View post →