10 reasons why you won’t find soya in Vita Shakes:
- It is genetically modified and highly contaminated with pesticides
- It may increase the risk of cancer
- It contains phytoestrogens, which may interfere with the functioning of the thyroid and lead to hypothyroidism
- It may contribute to creation of blood clots
- It increases your body’s demand for vitamin D, simultaneously hindering the absorption of iron, zinc and calcium from food
- It is rich in purines – the compounds which, if in excess, lead to gout or urolithiasis
- Due to a high content of polyunsaturated fatty acids, it may cause inflammation in the organism
- It lowers the cholesterol level in men and is detrimental to male fertility
- It may increase the risk of asthma and food allergies
- Due to intensive processing, isolated soya proteins, in particular, tend to be contaminated with a range of heavy metals.
