Soya

{
  "id": "MLC-T-ONC-007885",
  "term": "Soya",
  "field": "Oncology and biomedicine",
  "definition": "A product from a plant of Asian origin that produces beans used in many food products. Soya contains isoflavones (estrogen-like substances) that are being studied for the prevention of cancer, hot flashes that occur with menopause, and osteoporosis (loss of bone density). Soya in the diet may lower cholesterol levels and reduce the risk of heart disease. Also called Glycine max, soy, and soybean.",
  "synonyms": [
    "Glycine max",
    "soy",
    "soybean"
  ],
  "references": [
    "NCI Dictionary of Cancer Terms"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/oncology/soya/"
}