This is a debate I am still trying to figure out which side I stand on. I don't want to post any little thing I find, and I'm not fully convinced with this article, but there were a few things I did find interesting and I think is absolutely correct. Soy does contain goitrogens, which has negative effects on the thyroid. I'll let you read for yourself
http://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2010/10/13/soy-controversy-and-health-effects.aspx
When it comes to hypothyroid, the first thought usually comes down to an Iodine deficiency. Even though the thyroid needs iodine to function, it only needs a small amount and a deficiency is usually a slight possibility. Other causes for hypothyroid is Cortisol, Cytokines, or could be the result of Hashimoto's. Adding to the list is Soy
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