Soy food may lower heart attack risk in women, large study suggests

NCT ID NCT00241735

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This large observational study followed over 135,000 Chinese women aged 40-70 to see if eating soy food reduces the risk of heart attacks and fatal heart disease. Researchers tracked participants' soy intake and heart health over time. The study aims to provide clues about diet and heart disease prevention, but because it is observational, it cannot prove that soy alone causes any risk reduction.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

soy food

What this could lead to

If soy food is linked to lower heart disease risk, it could support dietary recommendations for heart health in women.

What could go wrong

This is an observational study, so it cannot prove cause and effect. Other lifestyle factors may explain any link seen.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

cardiovascular disorder Coronary Disease heart disorder coronary artery disorder prevention target

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The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.