Phytoestrogens are plant‐derived dietary compounds with structural similarity to 17‐β‐
oestradiol (E2), the primary female sex hormone. This structural similarity to E2 enables …

Flaxseed is a rich source of the omega-3 fatty acid, alpha linolenic acid, the lignan
secoisolariciresinol diglucoside and fiber. These compounds provide bioactivity of value to …

Dietary guidelines universally advise adherence to plant-based diets. Plant-based foods
confer considerable health benefits, partly attributable to their abundant micronutrient (eg …

There is an increased interest in secondary plant metabolites, such as polyphenols and
carotenoids, due to their proposed health benefits. Much attention has focused on their …

Bioactive compounds in plant‐based foods have health properties that contribute to the
prevention of age‐related chronic diseases, particularly cardiometabolic disorders …

Various secondary plant metabolites or phytochemicals, including polyphenols and
carotenoids, have been associated with a variety of health benefits, such as reduced …

The present review of the literature on lignan physiology and lignan intervention and
epidemiological studies was conducted to determine if lignans decrease the risks of …

Plant foods contain substantial amounts of phenolic compounds. Dietary interventions with
phenolic supplementation show that phenolic compounds are transformed into phenolic …

Lignans are present in a wide range of foods consumed daily in the Western world such as
flaxseed and other seeds, as well as vegetables, fruits and beverages such as coffee, tea …

Cancer causes considerable morbidity and mortality across the world. Socioeconomic,
environmental, and lifestyle factors contribute to the increasing cancer prevalence …