Soy Milk Facts: Health Benefits, Estrogen & Muscle Gain

Soy milk is a nutrient-dense alternative to cow's milk, but does it really lower testosterone or cause acne? Explore the health benefits and long-term side effects of soy milk for men, children, and infants.

Is Soy Milk Safe for Boys To Drink?

Published Jul,26 2011 | By Erica Roth

Soy milk is a plant-based alternative to cow's milk that many people choose for health reasons. Soy milk contains phytoestrogens, a plant-based form of estrogen that mimics the effect of the hormone estrogen. Estrogen is primarily a female hormone, even though both males and females produce estrogen.