John Boik See book keywords and concepts | American diet (Messina and Barnes, 1991), which may account, in part, for the relatively low level of breast cancer in the Japanese population. In rodent studies, consumption of soy inhibited the growth of chemically-induced mammary cancer. These effects were associated with a decrease in available tumor estrogen receptors (Barnes et al, 1990).
14.3 PHYTOSTEROLS AND SAPONINS
Phytosterols and saponins are common constituents of legumes and other plants. Plant sterols, such as beta-sitosterol, reduce tumor yields when given orally to tumor-bearing animals (Nair et al, 1984). | D. Lindsey Berkson See book keywords and concepts | Edstac's thoroughness and straightforward approach to a highly complex and difficult task was impressive. It appears that the issue of endocrine disruption is stimulating an approach to chemicals and their testing and regulation that is more thorough than has existed up to this time. Unfortunately, by April 1999 reality had started to set in. The epa peer review of the proposed program recommended that work on mixtures be moved to the back burner because of the complexity involved in testing, and low-dose testing remained "contentious," with industry being resistant to the idea. | Susun S. Weed See book keywords and concepts | E; selenium, zinc, and other minerals.
Preparation & Daily Dose: Used without limit.
Fresh blossoms: eaten freely.
Infusion of dried flowers: up to 1 quart/1 liter.
Tincture/mother tincture of fresh blossoms: 15-100 drops.
Fresh flower vinegar: 1-4 tablespoons/15-60 ml.
Fresh blossom oil/ointment/poultice: as often as needed. Toxicity: Overconsumption of blood-thinning coumarins-present in low amounts in red clover but found in greater amounts in other clovers such as sweet clover (Melilotus officinalis)—can lead to breakdown of red blood cells and increase risk of hemorrhage. |
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