Comments on: Busting Common Soy-related Myths & Claims

By: Nutrition Consulting

Nutrition Consulting — Fri, 25 Feb 2011 04:50:07 +0000

Nutrition consulting is the process of knowing thoroughly about the diet which one will follow pertaining to one’s lifestyle.

By: Kristen

Kristen — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 05:30:08 +0000

PS I realize this is an old article, sorry for the late post!

By: Kristen

Kristen — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 05:29:36 +0000

I agree with Reed and Teri! If you could please consider soy alternatives, I think you would be able to expand your product line to appeal to a whole new consumer group!
Also, I think a big issue with SOY is not the benefits or risks, but the genetically modified and/or non-organic types. What are your thoughts on going organic?

By: Teri Lair

Teri Lair — Tue, 01 Dec 2009 17:49:20 +0000

I agree with Reed, perhaps an additional bar NOT using soy would be great! I’m not convinced that soy doesn’t disrupt the thyroid/hormones. I was consuming lots of soy in the form of protein bars (being allergic to gluten/dairy it was the easient thing for me to carry around and munch on when I couldn’t eat out), little did I know that my problems got worse and worse – hormonal problems and thyroid issues. Something I should not be experiencing because of my healthy diet/lifestyle. I started getting really painful cysts in my breasts and I was tired and having anxiety attacks that wouldn’t seem to give up. After hearing that soy could contribute to hormone/thyroid issues I then realized all the soy I was eating!!! I’ve stopped soy cold turkey and also started taking iodine to support my thyroid. I had a much better month last month with no cysts in my breasts and much more energy. I don’t know for sure if soy was a cause, but I don’t think it helped! Remember, soy eaten in other countries is mainly in the fermented form. Much different than a protein powder or pill. I agree, moderation is key. But please do consider making a bar with alternate proteins! Rice, hemp, quinoa, egg white… Thanks for caring enough to make a bar that is good for us!

By: Reed Powell

Reed Powell — Fri, 07 Aug 2009 00:37:57 +0000

Hey Robb,

Thanks for your response!! We manufacture our Brown Rice Protein using the Bran, Germ and Endosperm of the whole grain of brown rice. From this process our Brown Rice Protein has all the Amino acids required to make it a complete protein source. Further, it is absorbed by the body much better than soy in almost a 2:1 ratio.

Using a Whole Grain Brown Rice Protein would be a great way for you guys to meet the demand of those, (like myself), who are a little hesitant to consume large amounts of soy protein. I’m not suggesting you stop using soy protein all together, you have a great product, but have you considered making an additional bar using Brown Rice Protein?

I would be more than happy to provide you with additional information regarding the benefits of using Brown Rice Protein.

Thanks!

REED

By: Robb Dorf - PureFit President and Founder

Robb Dorf - PureFit President and Founder — Sun, 02 Aug 2009 16:49:08 +0000

Reed, thank you for your question. I am far from an expert on Whole Grain Brown Rice Protein but I do have some knowledge. The industry position on it is the protein in rice is considered incomplete because it has lower levels of certain essential amino acids. That is probably why you see it combined with other protein sources to complete the amino acid profile. We have never considered using it because soy works excellent and our customers like the way it tastes. I’m always open to looking at new ways of meeting the demand of the consumers.

By: Reed Powell

Reed Powell — Thu, 30 Jul 2009 21:41:57 +0000

Hey Robb!!

Love your bars…. Chocolate Brownie in particular! I read your article on soy protein and wanted to get in touch with you.

Have you ever considered using a Whole Grain Brown Rice Protein in your bars? It is a great vegan, gluten free, lactose free and hypo-allergenic protein source with a superior amino acid profile.

I work with Axiom Foods, we manufacture Whole Grain Brown Rice Proteins that are available in 70%, 80% and 90% protein levels. What is your take on Brown Rice Protein?

Thanks!
REED

By: Maria Santini RD, CNSD, LDN

Maria Santini RD, CNSD, LDN — Tue, 28 Jul 2009 16:30:19 +0000

Having reviewed the literature, I agree re: the moderation aspect of soy’s role in the diet. There is conflicting information about all sorts of nutrition related-topics hence the need to critically evaluate the merits and drawbacks of each study individually (inclusive of study design and confounding variables). In regards to estrogen receptor positive breast cancers, some oncologists advise patients to stay away from soy due to their possible hormone mediated effects. Moderation as you have identified is the key. Great review, Maria.

By: Bonnie

Bonnie — Fri, 05 Jun 2009 13:34:10 +0000

I love PureFit bars! I find that they fill me up and keep me from snacking on unhealthy stuff for hours. They are delicious and yet I can lose weight eating one bar each morning. Peanut butter crunch is my favorite flavor, but the brownie bar is perfect with coffee. I love to munch on them while driving because they are neat – no gooey coating on my fingers or crumbs all over me and the car. The only problem is that I sometimes can’t find them in my local grocery store. I feel good about grabbing a bar because I believe that they are nutritionally complete and a healthy alternative to a full meal.

By: Melissa

Melissa — Thu, 04 Jun 2009 01:00:37 +0000

I had heard about Myth #1 a long time ago, especially where women are concerned, and do not eat many soy products. My cousin told me the other day that she doesn’t give her daughter soy milk because she is concerned about her health and developing prematurely. I agree, moderation is the key. I still eat it when I go out for Chinese food, since I am a vegetarian. Thanks for the informative article.