Phytoestrogens

Phytoestrogen in Astragalus Inhibits Ovarian Cancer

A 2018 study has discovered that a phytoestrogen, called formononetin, found in the herb Astragalus membranaceus inhibits proliferation and metastasis of ovarian cancer cells.

Phytoestrogens Prevent & Treat Cancer

Phytoestrogens and related compounds play a major role in the prevention and treatment of cancer, a 2017 study states.

Phytoestrogens & Their Effects

A 2014 study states that phytoestrogens can be useful for the prevention and treatment of menopausal symptoms, skin aging, osteoporosis, cancer, cardiovascular, neurodegenerative, immune and metabolic diseases.

Phytoestrogens & Breast Cancer

Phytoestrogens along with their analogs and derivatives mediate their effects on breast cancer by inhibiting estrogen synthesis and metabolism, as well as exerting antiangiogenic, antimetastatic, and epigenetic effects a 2018 study states.

Phytoestrogens & The Microbiome

A 2018 study addresses how the activity of phytoestrogens, plant based estrogens, is largely dependent on the gut's microbiome.