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| | | We recently featured a Q&A with one of our dietitians that debunked the commonly cited claim that soy causes breast cancer. In response, a few of you wrote us with more questions about the potential health effects of soy. A recurring theme was concerns that soy causes chronic inflammation. In fact, this is a claim that has been making the rounds for years. | | Below, Lindsay Mahar, a registered dietitian at Healthline, helps us get to the bottom of it. | | | | | | | Hope this helps!
Ginger Wojcik
Newsletter Editor, Healthline |  | | Written by Ginger Wojcik
August 26, 2025 • 2.5 min read | | | |  | | | | Q: | Does soy cause inflammation? | | | A: | Research repeatedly shows that soy does not cause inflammation. In fact, soy has been shown to reduce inflammatory markers (CRP and TNF-a) in the body. The only exception is for those who have an allergy to soy. Allergic reactions are inflammatory.
Why, then, does there seem to be so much confusion around soy? There could be a couple of reasons. First, some soy-based products, such as certain plant-based burgers and some bars, are considered ultra-processed because they contain many highly processed ingredients and go through multiple stages of processing. And many ultra-processed foods, like crackers, cookies, and packaged snacks, are associated with inflammation.
Secondly, soybean oil is often confused with soy foods. Soybean oil is predominantly composed of linoleic acid, an essential omega-6 fatty acid. The research is mixed on whether or not soybean oil — and other seed oils — play a role in inflammation. Regardless, soybeans have a very different nutrient composition from soybean oil.
Soy and minimally processed soy products (including edamame, tofu, and tempeh) are great sources of protein, fiber, and several vitamins and minerals. Research also shows that plant-based diets that are high in whole foods like vegetables, fruits, whole grains, nuts, seeds, and soy can help reduce inflammation in the body.
That said, you can absolutely follow a balanced diet — even a plant-based one — without eating soy. There are many complete protein sources that come from plants that can fulfill your nutritional needs. | | | | | Lindsay Mahar, Registered Dietitian | | | Want to learn more about food, diets, cooking, or some other nutrition subject? Let us know at nutritionedition@healthline.com and we'll look into it for you! (Heads up, we may use your response in an upcoming newsletter.) | | | | | | | | | | What we're digesting | | 📈 Can a statin intolerance raise your cholesterol? Here's what you need to know. | | 👪 Is chronic migraine passed down genetically? There appears to be a genetic link, but more research is needed. | | 👁️🗨️ What causes crusty eyes in the morning? We'll fill you in on what this stuff is and how to take care of it. | | 🧘 12 benefits of yoga that are supported by science. This ancient practice has stood the test of time. | | | | | How did you feel about this newsletter? | | | | | Email nutritionedition@healthline.com with comments related to this newsletter or topics you'd like to see in future editions. The newsletter editors read every message that lands in our inbox — yes, really! We look forward to hearing from you. | | | | Until next time, |  | Take care of yourself, and we'll see
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