Soy Isoflavones
What are Soy Isoflavones?
Soy isoflavones are derived from the soybean. Isoflavones, or phytoestrogens, are plant compounds that gently replicate the actions of estrogen in humans. In essence, the phytoestrogens fill in open estrogen receptors, reducing the effects of estrogen in those with too much estrogen, and balancing estrogen levels in those deficient of the hormone. Soy isoflavones are found in soy-based foods such as tofu, soymilk and miso, or in supplement form.
Health Benefits
Studies have shown that soy isoflavones may help prevent hormone-related and other cancers including leukemia, lung, breast, uterine, and prostate cancers.
Soy isoflavones have also been shown to reduce symptoms associated with menopause, lower cholesterol and reduce the risk of osteoporosis. Research is ongoing, and more studies are needed to confirm these findings.
Usage Indications
General recommended dose: 100mg daily
Dosage varies based on reason for use; consult your physician.
In addition to soy-based foods, soy isoflavones are available in capsule, liquid, powder and tablet supplements.
- Indications: Those allergic to soy should not consume any soy-based products. Although consumption of soy in pregnant/nursing women is believed safe, more research is necessary to confirm this. Soy isoflavones may interfere with the breast cancer drug tamoxifen, as well as the osteoporosis drug raloxifene. A diet high in fiber may inhibit the absorption of soy isoflavones; soy consumption should be increased in this case. Soy isoflavones may be associated with some cases of hypothyroidism.
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