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Soy, Hormones, and GLP-1s: What the Research Really Says w/ Dr. Michelle Braun
Episode 134
Thursday, 12 November, 2026
Send us Fan MailWhen you're eating less on a GLP-1, every bite has to pull its weight, and soy quietly checks the two boxes that matter most: protein and fiber. So why do so many people still avoid it? Recorded live at FNCE, Ana sits down with Dr. Michelle Braun, Director of Nutrition Research at the Soy Nutrition Institute Global, to unpack what "high-quality protein" really means, what the research says about soy and men's and women's hormones, and an early idea about why the first months on a GLP-1 may be the best time to build eating habits that last.IN THIS EPISODE- Why nutrient-dense foods matter more when your portions shrink- The soy foods you already know, from tofu and tempeh to soy milk and nutrition bars- What "complete" or "high-quality" protein actually means, and why the term has no legal definition- How protein quality shows up (or doesn't) on a food label- Soy fiber and the fiber gap many GLP-1 users face- Does soy lower testosterone in men? What the full body of research shows- Why skipping soy in menopause may be a missed chance to protect your heart- How 25 grams of soy protein a day can help lower LDL cholesterol- The "pharmacological window" hypothesis: can quieter food noise help you build lasting habits?- Easy ways to start, from tofu in a stir fry to the half-soy meatloaf trickSPONSORSThis episode is powered by Olipop. Find a store near you at https://drinkolipop.comHero Bread: bread, bagels, and pizza crusts with more protein and fiber built in. Use code GLP1Hub for 10% off at https://hero.coSwanson Vitamins: third-party tested supplements for GLP-1 nutrition. Use code GLP1Hub for 20% off at https://www.swansonvitamins.comThank you to the Soy Nutrition Institute Global, in partnership with US Soy, for sponsoring this episode. Learn more at https://sniglobal.orgABOUT THE GUESTDr. Michelle Braun, PhD, is the Director of Nutrition Research at the Soy Nutrition Institute Global, where she works with US soybean farmers, food producers, and academic researchers to advance the science on soy and health. She co-authored a recent paper with Robert Berger and Mark Messina proposing the "pharmacological window" hypothesis, which looks at how the early months on a GLP-1 may open a window for building healthier eating habits. Michelle works from her home office on her family's farm in southern Indiana.CONNECT WITH THE SOY NUTRITION INSTITUTE GLOBALWebsite: https://sniglobal.orgCHAPTERS00:00 Why women shouldn't skip soy in menopause00:14 Welcome to the FNCE series01:23 Meet Dr. Michelle Braun02:24 Why plant protein fits a GLP-1 diet04:03 What's in soy, from the field to the grocery store06:23 What "complete protein" really means10:04 Finding protein quality on the food label11:02 Soy fiber and the GLP-1 fiber gap13:09 Sponsor: Hero Bread14:04 Does soy affect men's hormones?16:09 Soy, menopause, and cholesterol18:52 Soy is food, not medicine20:03 The "pharmacological window" hypothesis22:35 Why GLP-1 users are so motivated at the start23:46 Building the research roadmap26:32 Sponsor: Swanson Vitamins27:37 Easy ways to start eating soy29:16 The half-soy meatloaf trick31:39 What's happening at FNCE33:00 Thanks for listeningMORE FROM GLP-1 HUB📬 Get The Steady State, Ana's weekly newsletter with GLP-1 guidance from a dietitian who's on one: http://join.glp-1hub.com🎙 Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts, and if this episode helped, leave a quick review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify - it's the single best way to help more people find the show.🌐 Shop GLP-1 essentials, meal plans, and recipes: https://shop.glp-1hub.com📷 Follow on Instagram: @glp1hub📺 Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@GLP-1hub*Some of the links shared are affiliate links. When you make a purchase, I will receive a small commission at no cost to you. Thank you for supporting the show.*The content of this show is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. The goal of this show is to provide various points of view about GLP-1 Medications. The personal and professional opinion of the guests and their content does not necessarily reflect the opinion of Ana Reisdorf or GLP-1 Hub.
