Naturally occurring plant compounds that are thought to have a number of different health benefits.
Compounds in plant foods, especially soya bean, that have both oestrogenic and anti-oestrogenic action.
Plant compounds (often isoflavonoids) that have estrogen like activity or that compete with other estrogens at cellular estrogen receptor sites, often found in members of the pea family, such as soy and red clover.
Estrogen-like compounds present in plant foods, particularly foods from soybeans.
Estrogen-like steroid compound found in beans, sprouts, fruits, vegetables, cereals, and some nuts. Phytoestrogens are being examined for their potential role in the management of hormone-sensitive cancers, cardiovascular disease, lipid disorders, and menopause.
Phytoestrogens are plant estrogens that have a structure similar to that of the body’s hormones. Found particularly in soy products, they may help reduce the risk for some cancers.