Effects of Dietary Phytoestrogens on Hormones throughout a Human Lifespan: A Review

Dietary phytoestrogens are bioactive compounds with estrogenic activity. With the growing popularity of plant-based diets, the intake of phytoestrogen-rich legumes (especially soy) and legume-derived foods has increased. Evidence from preclinical studies suggests these compounds may have an effect o...

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Main Authors: Inés Domínguez-López, Maria Yago-Aragón, Albert Salas-Huetos, Anna Tresserra-Rimbau, Sara Hurtado-Barroso
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2020-08-01
Series:Nutrients
Subjects:
soy
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2072-6643/12/8/2456