What are the health benefits and drawbacks of soy milk?

Question

My daughter's doctor suggested she switch to soy, because she can't handle milk protien. She is 13 months. It's not a lactose problem, so Lactaid won't help. I've heard different things about soy, both good and bad. Can someone tell me what the benefits and drawbacks of soy milk/soy products are?

Answer 1

I'm not a big proponent of soy Milk, I have seen children have extreme allergies to soy the same as cows' milk. It may be different for your daughter. the best you can do is try it and see if the allergies subside.