Br J Pharmacol June 2017 PMID 27723080

The potential health effects of dietary phytoestrogens.

Ivonne M C M Rietjens, Jochem Louisse, Karsten Beekmann

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Discussions reflect a balanced yet cautious tone, with users referencing aspects like endocrine disruption and the in vitro versus clinical study findings, indicating interest but limited deep engagement, such as in the mention of soy isoflavones being beneficial or harmful depending on their estrogenic activity.

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Most discussions acknowledge the scientific investigation into phytoestrogens, with some expressing cautious support for their potential benefits, aligning with the article's nuanced tone.

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Abstract in brief

  • Phytoestrogens are plant-derived compounds that mimic the hormone estrogen by binding to estrogen receptors, which may lead to both beneficial and adverse health effects.
  • Potential benefits of dietary phytoestrogens include reducing menopausal symptoms, lowering risks of cardiovascular disease, obesity, and certain cancers, although these claims are not strongly supported by conclusive evidence.
  • Concerns exist that phytoestrogens could act as endocrine disruptors and cause health risks, but current research does not definitively determine whether their benefits outweigh possible negative effects, highlighting the need for further studies.

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Ghaïs Guelaïa
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Donc 1 : j'aimerais vraiment voir quelqu'un s'y atteler genre @T_Fiolet c'est son rayon. 2 : Les phytœstrogènes sont globalement associés à une ⬆️ de la santé, et les effets négatifs sont généralement retrouvés in vitro, mais pas en études cliniques... https://t.co/ksC0omaFT5

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Nutrients MDPI
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#Call_for_papers Special Issue "The Potential Health Effects of Dietary Phytoestrogens"

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Ronald Zom
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@gerdienkleijer @GerlantZ Rietjens, I. M. C. M., J. Louisse, and K. Beekmann. 2017. The potential health effects of dietary phytoestrogens. Br. J. Pharmacol. 174(11):1263-1280. 1/n

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Denis..c
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@RosaBDB12 @DrToudou @RoullierY @AEffondrement Publication anti science ;-)

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Wiktoria Krasnopolska
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Scott Coffin, Ph.D.
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@wastefreephd @Irreverent_KUP Typically phytoestrogens (e.g. soy isoflavones) are anti-estrogenic (ER-beta agonists) which are thought to be beneficial, whereas pro-estrogenic (ER-alpha agonists) are mostly harmful (e.g. BPA, nonylphenol). https://t.co/GUUrBhEitN

May 15, 2020 · 4,010 followers View post →

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RT @Nutrients_MDPI: #Call_for_papers Special Issue "The Potential Health Effects of Dietary Phytoestrogens"

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Nutrients MDPI
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#Call_for_papers Special Issue "The Potential Health Effects of Dietary Phytoestrogens"

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Ronald Zom
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@gerdienkleijer @GerlantZ Rietjens, I. M. C. M., J. Louisse, and K. Beekmann. 2017. The potential health effects of dietary phytoestrogens. Br. J. Pharmacol. 174(11):1263-1280. 1/n

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Ghaïs Guelaïa
@GeekNfit · X

Donc 1 : j'aimerais vraiment voir quelqu'un s'y atteler genre @T_Fiolet c'est son rayon. 2 : Les phytœstrogènes sont globalement associés à une ⬆️ de la santé, et les effets négatifs sont généralement retrouvés in vitro, mais pas en études cliniques... https://t.co/ksC0omaFT5

Oct 2, 2022 · 9 likes · 12,940 followers View post →
Denis..c
@denls_c · X

@RosaBDB12 @DrToudou @RoullierY @AEffondrement Publication anti science ;-)

Oct 7, 2020 · 1 like · 64 followers View post →
Scott Coffin, Ph.D.
@DrSCoffin · X

@wastefreephd @Irreverent_KUP Typically phytoestrogens (e.g. soy isoflavones) are anti-estrogenic (ER-beta agonists) which are thought to be beneficial, whereas pro-estrogenic (ER-alpha agonists) are mostly harmful (e.g. BPA, nonylphenol). https://t.co/GUUrBhEitN

May 15, 2020 · 4,010 followers View post →
Dale Fink, Jr. PT, NUTRITIONIST
@dalewfinkjr8 · X

The potential health effects of dietary phytoestrogens|t (anti)oestrogenic properties of phytoestrogens have also raised concerns since they might act as endocrine disruptors, indicating a potential to cause adverse health effects. https://t.co/iXu2qn4W3Y

Mar 5, 2020 · 2,425 followers View post →