Soy Isoflavones are a class of phytochemical compounds found only in plants. In particular, isoflavones are a type of phytoestrogen, or plant hormone that resembles human estrogen in chemical structure. By mimicking human estrogens at certain sites in the body, isoflavones provide many health benefits that help you avoid disease. Isoflavones are commonly found in soybeans, chickpeas and other legumes.

Soy Isoflavones are a class of phytochemical compounds found only in plants. In particular, isoflavones are a type of phytoestrogen, or plant hormone that resembles human estrogen in chemical structure. By mimicking human estrogens at certain sites in the body, isoflavones provide many health benefits that help you avoid disease. Isoflavones are commonly found in soybeans, chickpeas and other legumes. However, soybeans are unique because they have the highest concentration of these compounds. Soy contains various individual isoflavones, but the most known beneficial ones are genistein and daidzein.

Isoflavones show tremendous potential to fight disease on several fronts. They have been shown to help prevent the build-up of arterial plaque, which means the risk of coronary heart disease and stroke is reduced. Isoflavones may help reduce breast cancer by blocking the cancer-causing effects of human estrogen. They may also prevent prostate cancer by hindering cell growth. Isoflavones can fight osteoporosis by stimulating bone formation and inhibiting bone resorption. They may even relieve some menopausal symptoms as well.

Soy isoflavones have antioxidant properties that protect the cardiovascular system from oxidation of LDL (the bad) cholesterol. Oxidized LDL cholesterol accumulates in the arteries as patches of fatty build-up which blocks the flow of blood, resulting in atherosclerosis. Genistein inhibits the growth of cells that form this artery clogging plaque. Arteries damaged by atherosclerosis usually form blood clots. This can lead to a heart attack if the clot goes to the heart or a stroke if it goes to the brain.

Being a weak form of estrogen, isoflavones can compete at estrogen receptor sites, blocking the stronger version naturally produced by the body from exerting its full effect. Since high blood levels of estrogen are an established risk factor for breast cancer, weaker forms of estrogen may provide protection against this disease. Genistein has been found to hinder breast cancer as well as prostate cancer. Results from a new University of California study show that genistein slowed prostate cancer growth and caused prostate cancer cells to die. It acts against cancer cells in a way similar to many common cancer-treating drugs.

Isoflavones also play an important role in protecting and maintaining strong healthy bones. Evidence shows that genistein and daidzein prevent bones from breaking down. Independent studies conducted at the University of Illinois and the University of Hong Kong concluded that consuming soy isoflavones can increase bone mineral content and bone density. Another study at the University of Texas suggested that isoflavones might also stimulate bone formation. By preserving bone health, increasing bone mass and inducing bone turnover, researchers noted the potential role of soy isoflavones in preventing, and possibly even reversing, the effects of osteoporosis.

The North American Menopause Society suggests that soy isoflavones can also be a natural alternative to hormone replacement therapy, which in many cases has been proven to be cancerous. Isoflavones may help offset the drop in estrogen levels and regulate their fluctuations that occur at menopause. Many women have reported a reduction in their hot flashes and night sweats when they regularly consume soy isoflavones. All these findings suggest that natural sources of isoflavones can protect and enhance your overall health. Isoflavones work together with soy protein in fighting disease. Studies show that isoflavones account for approximately three-fourths of soy's protection, while its protein is responsible for about one-fourth.

Recommended Use: As a dietary supplement, take 1 capsule daily with food or as directed by your health professional.

Ingredients: Soy Isoflavones 40% extract non-gmo containing: 60mg Genistin - Genistein Glycitin - Glycitein Daidzin - Daidzein Certified Organic Sprouted Soy 350mg