 Recent research suggests that EQUAL, a metabolite produced by certain individuals when consuming soy products, may be beneficial for heart health. Studies have shown that EQUAL can reduce levels of bad cholesterol and improve other cardiovascular risk factors such as inflammation and blood pressure. However, not everyone produces EQUAL, meaning that it is difficult to assess the potential benefits of EQUAL on heart health. To date, there have been few large-scale clinical trials examining the effects of EQUAL on heart health, and the results of these studies have been mixed. Further research is needed to determine if EQUAL can provide any real benefit for heart health. This article was authored by Raul Elbiru, Vasuda Ahuja, Apishek Vishnu, and others.