The Truth About Hormone-Containing Foods: 1. Cucumbers and Hormones: Flowers on cucumbers are often mistaken as a sign of hormone use, but they are actually a result of plant growth regulators used by farmers. Cucumbers are a healthy vegetable with high water content and low calories.
Flowers on cucumbers are safe to consume. 2. Tofu and Hormones: There is a misconception that soy products, like tofu, contain high levels of estrogen-like compounds that can disrupt hormonal balance and increase the risk of breast cancer.
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