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Phytoestrogens

Phytoestrogens

General Description: Phytoestrogens are plant compounds that can mimic the hormone estrogen in the body. They are considered to be beneficial for their potential to support hormone balance.
Aroma Description: Phytoestrogens do not have a specific aroma as they are not aromatic compounds.
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Alternative Phytochemicals

Phytochemicals with alternative use cases

Isoflavones

Description Isoflavones are plant-based compounds with estrogen-like properties. They are a type of phytoestrogen commonly found in legumes.

Lignans

Description Lignans are a type of phytochemical found in plants, particularly in seeds, grains, and vegetables. They are known for their antioxidant and potential anti-cancer properties.

Related Plants

Plants related to Phytoestrogens

Soy plant

Soy plant
Latin Name: Glycine max
Description of Appearance: The soy plant is a legume that can grow up to 2 meters tall. It has trifoliate leaves and pods containing edible seeds.
Common Names:
  • Soy plant
  • Soybean
  • Glycine max

Flaxseed

Flaxseed
Latin Name: Linum usitatissimum
Description of Appearance: Flaxseed is a delicate plant with slender stems and blue, pale pink, or white flowers. It produces small, round seeds that are rich in omega-3 fatty acids and fiber.
Common Names:
  • Flaxseed
  • Linseed
  • Flax

Red Clover

Red Clover
Latin Name: Trifolium pratense
Description of Appearance: Red Clover is a herbaceous species of flowering plant in the legume family. It typically has trifoliate leaves and red to purple flowers.
Common Names:
  • Red Clover
  • Wild Clover
  • Purple Clover

Chickpea

Chickpea
Latin Name: Cicer arietinum
Description of Appearance: Chickpea plants are small, bushy legumes with feathery leaves and small white flowers. The chickpea pods contain 1-2 peas each.
Common Names:
  • Chickpea
  • Garbanzo bean