Phytoestrogen
Phytoestrogens are naturally occurring plant-derived compounds that mimic or modulate the activity of estrogen, the primary female sex hormone, in the body. They have a similar chemical structure to estrogen, allowing them to bind to estrogen receptors and exert either weak estrogenic or anti-estrogenic effects.
Sources?
Phytoestrogens are found in soy products, flaxseeds, legumes, whole grains, fruits, and vegetables. The main types of phytoestrogens are isoflavones (e.g., in soy), lignans (e.g., in flaxseeds), and coumestans.
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