Will eating beans promote early development

Eating legumes generally does not lead to early development. Beans are rich in plant protein and dietary fiber, and consuming them in moderation can help maintain a balanced nutrition. Early development may be related to various factors such as genetics, environmental hormones, and imbalanced dietary structure. As a plant-based food, legumes contain plant estrogens such as soy isoflavones with much lower activity than human estrogens. Normal dietary intake does not interfere with the endocrine system. Multiple studies both domestically and internationally have shown that there is no clear association between the intake of soy products and early puberty in children, but rather they can provide high-quality protein and calcium. For children in growth and development stage, it is recommended to take an appropriate amount of beans or bean products every day, such as soybean milk, tofu, etc., but avoid excessive consumption of single food. In rare cases, if children consume high concentrations of isoflavone supplements or genetically modified soy products in large quantities for a long time, there may be potential risks. But after processing and cooking, the content of phytoestrogens in legumes in daily diet has significantly decreased. Parents need to pay more attention to avoiding exposing their children to potential interfering factors such as plastic products containing environmental hormones and off-season fruits and vegetables.

Children's diet should focus on diversification, and legumes can be consumed in combination with grains, vegetables, meat, and other foods. It is suggested to select non transgenic beans and control the daily intake of soybean products within a reasonable range, such as 200-300ml of soybean milk or 50-100g of tofu. At the same time, ensure sufficient sleep, moderate exercise, and regularly monitor growth and development curves. If a child is found to have early development of secondary sexual characteristics, they should seek medical attention promptly to investigate the cause, rather than simply attributing it to legume intake.