Phytoestrogens are literally estrogenic substances of plant origin. Although these
substances are useful for plants in many aspects, their estrogenic properties are essentially …

Human intervention trials have provided evidence for protective effects of various (poly)
phenol-rich foods against chronic disease, including cardiovascular disease …

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 …

Epidemiological studies find that whole-grain intake is protective against cancer, CVD,
diabetes, and obesity. Despite recommendations to consume three servings of whole grains …

Epidemiological studies find that whole-grain intake is protective against cancer,
cardiovascular disease, diabetes and obesity. Potential mechanisms for this protection are …

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 …

This review focuses on the possible role in human health of the consumption of lignan-rich
foods. Most of the plant lignans in human foods are converted by the intestinal microflora in …

Phyto-oestrogens have been suggested to have a preventive effect against various cancers.
This review includes a discussion of the consumption of phyto-oestrogen-rich foods such as …

Background Only a small part of the dietary anthocyanins are absorbed. Thus large amounts
of the ingested compounds are likely to enter the colon. In vitro and in vivo studies have …

Human studies provide evidence for beneficial effects of polyphenol-rich foods on
cardiovascular health. The antioxidant activity of polyphenols potentially explains these …