Soy Isoflavones
Soy isoflavones are phytoestrogens and are found mainly in soy products. They appear to have some benefits for cardiovascular health and menopause symptoms. They have a similar structure to estrogen but can be both estrogenic and antiestrogenic.
Quick Answer
What it is
Soy isoflavones are phytoestrogens and are found mainly in soy products. They appear to have some benefits for cardiovascular health and menopause symptoms.
Key findings
- Grade B: Bone Mineral Density (Bone Health)
- Grade C: IGF-1 (Menopause)
- Grade C: Serum Calcium (Menopause)
Safety
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ℹ️ Quick Facts: Soy Isoflavones
Quick Facts: Soy Isoflavones
- Best Evidence:Grade B
- Conditions Studied:2
- Research Outcomes:5
- Grade B Findings:1
- Key Effect:Bone Health
Detailed Outcomes
Evidence by Condition
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Research Citations (2)
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