Soya Series Part 2 of 3: Soya isoflavones and the endocrine system
This event is part two of a special three-part webinar series called "The Future of Soya for Health and Sustainability - Sharing Global Learnings". Part 2 will provide an overview of the latest peer-reviewed research papers on soya and the endocrine system.
Summary
This event is the second part of a special three-part webinar series on "The Future of Soya for Health and Sustainability – Sharing Global Learnings". Soya has been part of the traditional Asian cuisine for centuries – and it is fast becoming an increasing part of the global diet. In this series, you will hear from internationally-acclaimed experts discussing the latest research across the globe and exploring the future of soya – for both health and sustainability.
Part 2 of this series will provide you with an overview of the very latest peer-reviewed research papers on soya and the endocrine system. It will investigate the latest data on the safety of soya for human consumption as well as opinion among research and nutrition professionals. You will learn a) how soya impacts on women’s health particularly in relation to bone and fat metabolism, b) the latest evidence in relation to soya and breast cancer risk, and c) the latest research in the role of soya isoflavones in human health beyond their oestrogen receptor association.
This webinar has been designed for:
Academics
Industry professionals
Policy makers
Child health professionals
Dietitians
Nutritionists
Other health professionals with an interest in this topic
The 140 minute webinar was broadcasted live on 20th September
The webinar includes recorded lectures from the speakers; each will also answer audience questions. At each live session, Chair Tanya Haffner will be providing insights; nutrition expert with experience in soya Elphee Medici will also be available to address some live questions. A full question and answer document will also be provided to attendees after the events.
Missed Part 1 of 3 of the series: Why consider soya alternatives to dairy and meat? Watch on demand & download the proceedings.

Agenda
Welcome

Chair: Tanya Haffner CEO, Registered Dietitian, MyNutriWeb
Human research and the safety of soy foods

Professor Mark Messina, Director of Nutrition Science and Research, Soy Nutrition Institute Global
Soy and women’s health: a focus on bone and fat metabolism

Professor Yoshiko Ishimi, Tokyo NODAI Research Institute, Tokyo University of Agriculture, Tokyo
Evidence on soy foods and breast cancer risk

Professor Sabine Ellinger, Department of Nutrition and Food Sciences, Human Nutrition, University of Bonn
Benefits of isoflavones beyond the estrogen receptors

Professor Hirofumi Tachibana, Professor, Kyushu University
Q&A
