Soy as an Innovative Dietary Component in Abdominal Obesity Management Amongst Peri- and Early Menopausal Women

"Isoflavones will be in the form of capsule (80 mg /capsule). Placebo capsule will be filled with cellulose. These capsules will be identical in size and color. Soy protein will be prepared in the form of powder, containing 25 g of soy protein per package. Placebo powder will contain 25 g whole milk protein. Both powders will be available in vanilla and chocolate flavors, and look and taste similar. They could be mixed with water, milk and other beverages. Subjects will be asked to consume 2 capsules and 1 powder packet daily, preferably at breakfast for 6 months.~Subjects failing to show up at the monthly visit for refilling supplement will be contacted by research staff via email or phone."