Phytoestrogens (PEs) are naturally occurring plant components produced in a large range of
plants. They can induce biologic responses in vertebrates by mimicking or modulating the …

Phytoestrogens are plant constituents that possess either estrogenic or antiestrogenic
activity. Although their activities are weak as compared with human endogenous estrogens …

Phytoestrogens (PEs) are natural plant components, which can induce biologic responses in
vertebrates by mimicking or blocking the actions of natural hormones or influencing the …

The increased awareness of the role that diet plays in human and animal health has led to
the recognition that some non-nutrient components of foods may provide protection against …

Plants produce estrogen‐like substances, denominated phytoestrogens, which are present
in many human foodstuffs. The consumption of phytoestrogens has been associated with a …

Phytoestrogens are ubiquitous compounds in nature. They are found largely in soy but are
also abundant in legumes and vegetables. They include a wide variety of chemicals with …

Interest in the physiological role of bioactive compounds present in plants has increased
dramatically over the last decade. Of particular interest in relation to human health are the …

Phytoestrogens are estrogen-like substances produced by plants that account for some of
the constituents present in vegetation that may be responsible for the health benefits of a …

Phytoestrogens are increasingly used as dietary supplements due to their suggested health
promoting properties, but also by women for breast enhancement and relief of menopausal …

Plants abound in essential phytochemicals produced for their various vital functions. The
same compounds seem also to be crucial for human health and disease. Recent human …