Isoflavones are chemicals found in plants. They are considered a phytoestrogen, meaning a type of plant chemical that closely mimics the human hormone estrogen. Sources of isoflavones include soybeans, chickpeas
Isoflavones Health Uses and Health Benefits
Isoflavones can be taken as a functional food to help in preventing several age-related conditions. Isoflavones have protective qualities, including anti-inflammation, antioxidant, anticancer and antibacterial. Isoflavones work to protect cardiovascular health and regulate estrogen levels in the female body. The anti-inflammatory compounds in isoflavones also help to reduce the risk of developing certain cancers caused by underlying inflammation and hormonal conditions, including breast cancer.1,2
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