RE: (fwd) Soymilk reduces hair growth

From: Harvey Newstrom (mail@HarveyNewstrom.com)
Date: Fri Dec 21 2001 - 12:22:47 MST


Doug Skrecky wrote,
> We have recently shown that soybean-derived serine protease inhibitors
> and soybean extracts alter skin pigmentation, suggesting that soymilk
> could be used as a natural alternative to skin lightening. The present
> studies were initiated to examine the possible effect of STI, BBI and
> soymilk on hair pigmentation. Interestingly, these agents were found to
> affect not only hair pigmentation, but also the rate of hair growth, the
> dimensions of the hair follicle and hair shaft, and the appearance of
> the hair.

Now you tell me! I'm already pale and balding!

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