phytoestrogen

noun

phy·to·es·tro·gen ˌfī-tō-ˈe-strə-jən

: a chemical compound (such as genistein) that occurs naturally in plants and has estrogenic properties

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Isoflavones and Anthocyanins Isoflavones, sometimes called phytoestrogens, are found in soy, lentils, and legumes. —

Sara Novak, Discover Magazine, 16 Oct. 2024 Flaxseeds contain phytoestrogens, which are similar to estrogen.5 The data on the benefits of flaxseed for menopause symptoms is inconsistent. —

Kirstyn Hill, Pharmd, Mph, Health, 13 Aug. 2024 The internet is fraught with claims that these phytoestrogens cause breasts to grow or increase the risk of breast cancer. —

Clare Mulroy, USA TODAY, 21 Apr. 2024 Soy foods are often recommended for postmenopausal women because of the phytoestrogens (known as soy isoflavones), which may provide an estrogen-like effect in the body as estrogen levels decrease. —

Sarah Anzlovar, Ms, Rd, Verywell Health, 18 June 2024 See all Example Sentences for phytoestrogen