Scientific Evidence Supporting the Beneficial Effects of Isoflavones on Human Health

Scientific Evidence Supporting the Beneficial Effects of Isoflavones on Human Health

Isoflavones are phenolic compounds with a chemical structure similar to that of estradiol. They are present in several vegetables, mainly in legumes such as soy, white and red clover, alfalfa and beans. The most significant food source of isoflavones in humans is soy-derived products. Isoflavones co...

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Main Authors: Saioa Gómez-Zorita, Maitane González-Arceo, Alfredo Fernández-Quintela, Itziar Eseberri, Jenifer Trepiana, María Puy Portillo
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2020-12-01
Series:Nutrients
Subjects:
isoflavones
flavonoids
phytoestrogens
soy
bone health
cardiovascular risk
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2072-6643/12/12/3853

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