S. Swathi Krishna, Beena Briget Kuriakose, P. K. Lakshmi
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Abstract
Phytoestrogens are non-steroidal, polyphenolic compounds that are derived from plants and have biological properties similar to those of human estrogens. Their bioactivity, which is based on the core ring system, is caused by their structural resemblance to estrogen. Flavonoids, coumestans, lignans, and stilbenes are the four major categories into which they can be divided. They are structurally and functionally related to ovarian and placental estrogens, which are essential in female reproductive processes. Phytoestrogens are present in numerous dietary supplements and find application in hormone replacement therapy as an alternative to synthetic hormones. In addition, they provide health benefits for osteoporosis, heart disease, breast cancer, and prostate cancer. There is a growing interest in using phytoestrogen as preventative medicine in the form of nutraceuticals. This literature provides comprehensive information about the types, sources, and biological actions of phytoestrogens in the reproductive system.
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Archives of Pharmacal Research is the official journal of the Pharmaceutical Society of Korea and has been published since 1976. Archives of Pharmacal Research is an interdisciplinary journal devoted to the publication of original scientific research papers and reviews in the fields of drug discovery, drug development, and drug actions with a view to providing fundamental and novel information on drugs and drug candidates.
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