Nutrients September 2019 PMID 31527435

Equol: A Bacterial Metabolite from The Daidzein Isoflavone and Its Presumed Beneficial Health Effects.

Baltasar Mayo, Lucía Vázquez, Ana Belén Flórez

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Peak: 2 in Jul 2020
across 4 sources since Oct 2019

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What people are saying

Several posts, like the one referencing microbiome strains, highlight interest in the biological mechanisms behind equol production, while others acknowledge the limitations in the current knowledge. The tone varies from cautious optimism to skepticism, reflecting a nuanced engagement with the health implications of the research.

AgreementNeither agree nor disagree

The discussions reflect mixed opinions, with some users recognizing the potential benefits but also acknowledging limitations and uncertainties.

InterestModerate interest

The topic sparks curiosity, particularly around the microbiome and health implications, but some posts show only modest engagement.

EngagementModerate engagement

Comments include references to evidence and scientific details, indicating a certain level of thoughtful interaction.

ImpactNeutral impact

While the conversation displays awareness of the research, it does not suggest widespread influence or decisive actions based on the findings.

Abstract in brief

  • Equol is a metabolite produced in the gut from the soy isoflavone daidzein, which has strong estrogenic and antioxidant properties, potentially offering health benefits like reduced menopause symptoms, osteoporosis, cardiovascular issues, and cancer.
  • The production of equol depends on specific gut bacteria that can metabolize daidzein, but only about one-third to one-half of humans have these bacteria, meaning only some people may fully benefit from soy intake.
  • Current research includes studies on the microorganisms involved in equol production, clinical trials on its health effects, and discussions on how equol might work in the body to promote health.]

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Catherine Collins
@RD_Catherine · X

"Yes my son, but as evidence suggests most of us are unlikely to have the right bacterial strains in our gut microbiome to convert isoflavones to Equol you may have to find another route to get in touch with your feelings" https://t.co/ubnXrAgZMC Weekend restarts....

Jul 25, 2020 · 11 likes · 1 share · 7,757 followers View post →
Nutrients MDPI
@Nutrients_MDPI · X

#mdpinutrients Read the High Cited Paper from Dr. Baltasar Mayo et al. #Equol: A Bacterial Metabolite from The Daidzein Isoflavone and Its Presumed Beneficial Health Effects https://t.co/cK00IABOCF https://t.co/NvFon2BXqY

Dec 13, 2021 · 1 like · 11,292 followers View post →
Nutrients MDPI
@Nutrients_MDPI · X

#mdpinutrients Read the Editor's Choice Article from Dr. Baltasar Mayo et al. Equol: A Bacterial Metabolite from The Daidzein Isoflavone and Its Presumed Beneficial Health Effects https://t.co/cK00IAjFox https://t.co/XDpCMEVsBS

Aug 3, 2021 · 11,292 followers View post →
FINBA
@FINBAsturias · X

Equol: A Bacterial Metabolite from The Daidzein Isoflavone and Its Presumed Beneficial Health Effects https://t.co/HR3hNgrrCU @MDPIOpenAccess https://t.co/HR3hNgrrCU #ISPA @iplacsic #RRI #OpenAccess

Oct 22, 2019 · 2,219 followers View post →
Code5
@Dr_Angela_March · X

RT @RD_Catherine: "Yes my son, but as evidence suggests most of us are unlikely to have the right bacterial strains in our gut microbiome t…

Jul 25, 2020 · 1 share · 931 followers View post →
tiktak
@taisukun · X

エクオール:ダイゼインイソフラボンからの細菌代謝物とその推定される健康への有益な影響 https://t.co/Q7z5UmTGvb

Nov 28, 2020 · 310 followers View post →

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Nutrients MDPI
@Nutrients_MDPI · X

#mdpinutrients Read the High Cited Paper from Dr. Baltasar Mayo et al. #Equol: A Bacterial Metabolite from The Daidzein Isoflavone and Its Presumed Beneficial Health Effects https://t.co/cK00IABOCF https://t.co/NvFon2BXqY

Dec 13, 2021 · 1 like · 11,292 followers View post →
Nutrients MDPI
@Nutrients_MDPI · X

#mdpinutrients Read the Editor's Choice Article from Dr. Baltasar Mayo et al. Equol: A Bacterial Metabolite from The Daidzein Isoflavone and Its Presumed Beneficial Health Effects https://t.co/cK00IAjFox https://t.co/XDpCMEVsBS

Aug 3, 2021 · 11,292 followers View post →
tiktak
@taisukun · X

エクオール:ダイゼインイソフラボンからの細菌代謝物とその推定される健康への有益な影響 https://t.co/Q7z5UmTGvb

Nov 28, 2020 · 310 followers View post →
Code5
@Dr_Angela_March · X

RT @RD_Catherine: "Yes my son, but as evidence suggests most of us are unlikely to have the right bacterial strains in our gut microbiome t…

Jul 25, 2020 · 1 share · 931 followers View post →
Catherine Collins
@RD_Catherine · X

"Yes my son, but as evidence suggests most of us are unlikely to have the right bacterial strains in our gut microbiome to convert isoflavones to Equol you may have to find another route to get in touch with your feelings" https://t.co/ubnXrAgZMC Weekend restarts....

Jul 25, 2020 · 11 likes · 1 share · 7,757 followers View post →
FINBA
@FINBAsturias · X

Equol: A Bacterial Metabolite from The Daidzein Isoflavone and Its Presumed Beneficial Health Effects https://t.co/HR3hNgrrCU @MDPIOpenAccess https://t.co/HR3hNgrrCU #ISPA @iplacsic #RRI #OpenAccess

Oct 22, 2019 · 2,219 followers View post →