Equol

Product Group : Phytoestrogen

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Description : 

Equol is an isoflavandiol estrogen metabolized from daidzein (a type of isoflavone found in soybeans and other plant sources) by bacterial flora in the intestines. It is known to be estrogenic.

Sources of Exposure: Equol is a metabolite of the soy isoflavone daidzein. Not all humans can produce equol after soy consumption. However, seaweed consumption has been shown to enhance the production of equol.

Health Impacts: Enhances antioxidant effects, enhances effects on extracellular matrix proteins like collagen and elastin and protection against oxidative stress and inflammation. Alleviates VMS (Vasomotor Symptoms) in menopausal women.

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