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The Desktop Guide to Herbal Medicine: The Ultimate Multidisciplinary Reference to the Amazing Realm of Healing Plants, in a Quick-study, One-stop Guide Brigitte Mars, A.H.G. See book keywords and concepts

Constituents B-complex vitamins, choline, phosphorous, potassium, glycosides (glycyrrhizin, also known as gly-cyrrhic acid), saponins, phytoestrogens, coumarins, flavonoids (isoflavones, liquiritin, isoliquiritin), amines (asparagine, betaine), essential oil, protein, fat Energetic Correspondences • Flavor: sweet, slightly bitter • Temperature: neutral • Moisture: moist • Polarity: yin • Planet: Venus • Element: water Contraindications Avoid licorice in cases of edema, nausea, vomiting, and rapid heartbeat.

Superfoods Rx Diet: Lose Weight with the Power of SuperNutrients Wendy Bazilian, DRPH, MA, RD, Steven Pratt, MD, Kathy Matthews See book keywords and concepts

And those fortifications don't include important phytochem-icals like lignans, phenolic acids, phytoestrogens, and other key nutrients. Refined white flour products have no place in your SuperFoods weight loss plan. You'll find it in the flour sack you've got in the pantry and in many common foods like cookies, crackers, baked goods, doughnuts, and so on. You'll be delighted to find that these days there are excellent tasty alternatives to products containing refined white flour.

From Belly Fat to Belly FLAT: How Your Hormones Are Adding Inches to Your Waistline and Subtracting Years from Your Life C. W. Randolph, M.D. See book keywords and concepts

Because soy products have the potential to be counterproductive to efforts to eliminate estrogen dominance, we recommend eliminating all soy products and other phytoestrogens from your diet. We have found that most people don't miss soy products and can easily find many enjoyable alternatives. the oops, uh-oh factor when you just cant say no Over the years, a number of patients have literally started backing out the door the moment they learned that a hormone-balancing diet required them to avoid all caffeine and alcohol.

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XVIII. phytoestrogens from the aerial part of Petroselinum crispum Mill. (Parsley) and structures of 6"-acetylapiin and a new monoterpene glycoside, petroside. Chem Pharm Bull (Tokyo). 2000 Iul;48(7): 1039-1044. Zheng GQ, Kenney PM, Zhang J, Lam LK. Inhibition of benzo[a]pyrene-induced tumorigenesis by myristicin, a volatile aroma constituent of parsley leaf oil. Carcinogenesis. 1992 Oct;13(10):1921-1923. Passion fruit www.crfg.org/pubs/ff/passionfruit.html Chau CF, Huang YL. Effects of the insoluble fiber derived from Passiflora edulis seed on plasma and hepatic lipids and fecal output.

Brown rice is rich in lignans, phytoestrogens, and phenolic compounds that are high in antioxidant activity. Whole grain brown rice contains important nutrients such as thiamine, niacin, phosphorus, potassium, iron, riboflavin, and five times the fiber of white rice. The germ provides natural vitamin E. The bran of rice contains the phytochemicals that may reduce cholesterol. Home Remedies Japanese farmers ate mochi, a chewy cake made from brown rice, on cold winter days to increase their stamina. Throw Me a Lifesaver!

The Desktop Guide to Herbal Medicine: The Ultimate Multidisciplinary Reference to the Amazing Realm of Healing Plants, in a Quick-study, One-stop Guide Brigitte Mars, A.H.G. See book keywords and concepts

Constituents Beta-carotene, vitamins Bi, vitamin B2, niacin, vitamin C, calcium, iron, magnesium, essential oils (thu-jone, borneol, cineol, camphor, pinene, salvene), bitter principle (picrosalvine), flavonoids, tannin, phenolic acids (rosmarinic, caffeic, labiatic), phytoestrogens, resin Energetic Correspondences • Flavor: pungent, bitter • Temperature: warm • Moisture: dry • Polarity: yang • Planet: Jupiter/Venus • Element: air Contraindications Avoid large doses during pregnancy and, because it can dry up a mother's milk while nursing.

You Don't Have to be Afraid of Cancer Anymore Bill Sardi See book keywords and concepts

A review of published dietary intake studies involving prostate cancer did not show any protective action from phytoestrogens. [Preventive Medicine 41:1-6, 2005] "The relevant research is complicated, inconsistent, and inconclusive. At present, scientific research does not support increasing phytoestrogen intake among US women to Asian levels, nor does it suggest that the typical US phytoestrogen intake is problematic for healthy women.

European Journal Cancer Prevention 13:481-4, 2004] Here are more examples of ambiguous or confusing reports concerning phytoestrogens. —? " The increasing popularity and availability of phytoestrogen dietary supplements necessitates additional research in order to counsel patients regarding their safety and efficacy." [European Journal Cancer Prevention 13:481-4, 2004] —? "Consensus in the biomedical community has been hampered by conflicting data from various in vitro and in vivo models of estrogenic activity." [Integrative Cancer Therapy 2:120-38, 2003] —?

Despite the present ambiguity, current data do suggest a potential benefit from use of phytoestrogens in breast cancer chemoprevention and therapy." [Breast Cancer Research 6:119-27, 2004] In 2004, the Journal of Nutrition and Cancer published the first report of a positive link between plant estrogen intake and pre-cancerous changes in cervical tissue of women.

Here are some examples of the indecision regarding phytoestrogens and cancer: A report issued by researchers at the University of Rochester Medical Center says: "Despite great promise, it is difficult to make many specific recommendations about their (isoflavones') use at the current time. No recommendation regarding soy isoflavones can be made based on the current data. Also, soy isoflavones should not be taken by postmenopausal women for the specific purpose of decreasing their risk of breast or endometrial cancer.

Handbook of Medicinal Plants Amarjit S. Basra See book keywords and concepts

Sirtori, 2000, Dubious benefits of soy phytoestrogens; Sirtori, 2001, Risks and benefits of soy phytoestrogens. 9. Sanbongi, C, Suzuki, N., and Sakane, T., 1997, Polyphenols in chocolate, which have antioxidant activity, modulate immune functions in humans in vitro. Cell Immunol., 177: 129-136; Wan, Y., Vinson, J.A., Etherton, T.D., Proch, J., Lazarus, S.A., and Kris-Etherton, P.M.. 2001, Effects of cocoa powder and dark chocolate on LDL oxidative susceptibility and prostaglandin concentrations in humans, Am J Clin Nutr, 74: 596-602. 10. Arts, I.C., Hollman, PC, and Kromhout, D.

You Don't Have to be Afraid of Cancer Anymore Bill Sardi See book keywords and concepts

The two most often cited sources of phytoestrogens involving cancer are soy and flaxseed. Both of these botanical sources have similar anti-cancer molecules. Soybeans and flaxseed contain omega-3 oil, an iron-binder called IP6 phytate, and mild, estrogen-like molecules. That's three major cancer fighters from just one botanical source. Flaxseed is superior in this regard, since it provides the most concentrated source of omega-3 oil and IP6 compared to other seed grains.

The Science of Flavonoids Erich Grotewold See book keywords and concepts

Evaluation of the estrogenic effects of legume extracts containing phytoestrogens, J Agric Food Chem 51: 2193-2199. Bristow, A. W. T., Webb, K. S, Lubben, A. T., and Halket, J., 2004, Reproducible product-ion tandem mass spectra on various liquid chromatography/mass spectrometry instruments for development of spectral libraries, Rapid Comm Mass Spectrom 18: 1447-1454. Bovy, A., de Vos, R., Kemper, M., Schijlen, E., Pertejo, M. A., Muir, S., Collins, G., Robinson, S., Verhoyen, M., Hughes, S., Santos-Buelga, C, and van Tunen, A.

The Desktop Guide to Herbal Medicine: The Ultimate Multidisciplinary Reference to the Amazing Realm of Healing Plants, in a Quick-study, One-stop Guide Brigitte Mars, A.H.G. See book keywords and concepts

Constituents Sulfur, B-complex vitamins, flavonoids (quercitin, rutin), humulone, lupulone, lupulinic acid, bitter principle (lupulin), essential oil, valerianic acid, valeric acid, myrcene, phytoestrogens, methyl-butenol Energetic Correspondences • Flavor: bitter, pungent • Temperature: cold • Moisture: dry • Polarity: yang • Planet: Sun/Mars/Saturn/Pluto • Element: air Contraindications Avoid during pregnancy and in cases of depression.

Constituents Calcium, magnesium, potassium, zinc, vitamin E, triterpene glycosides (acetin, cimicifugoside), phytoestrogens, isoflavones, isoferulic acid, essential oil, tannins, resin (cimicifugin), salicylates Energetic Correspondences • Flavor: bitter, pungent • Temperature: cool • Moisture: dry • Polarity: yang • Planet: Pluto • Element: earth BLADDER WRACK Botanical Name Fucus vesiculosus Family Fucaceae (Seaweed Family) Etymology The genus name, Fucus, derives from the Greek phukos, "seaweed.

Constituents Volatile oils (anethole, methyl chavicol), furano-coumarins, flavonoid glycosides, fatty acids, phytoestrogens, starch, protein, choline, mucilage Energetic Correspondences • Flavor: sweet, pungent • Temperature: warm • Moisture: dry • Polarity: yang • Planet: Sun/Mercury/Jupiter/Moon/Uranus • Element: air Contraindications Avoid therapeutic doses during pregnancy except under the direction of a health-care professional. Range and Appearance This annual Eurasion native now grows wherever the climate is amenable; it prefers dry, light soil in full sun.

Sugar Shock!: How Sweets and Simple Carbs Can Derail Your Life-- and How YouCan Get Back on Track Connie Bennett, C.H.H.C. with Stephen T. Sinatra, M.D. See book keywords and concepts

Antioxidants like vitamin E [found in whole grains] prevent cholesterol-containing low-density lipids from reacting with oxygen, a key early step toward the formation of cholesterol-clogged arteries. phytoestrogens, or plant estrogens, may protect against some cancers." What's more, Dr. Willett adds, "the bran layer of many grains contains essential minerals, such as magnesium, selenium, copper, and manganese that may be important in reducing the risk of heart disease and diabetes." should we trust new whole-grain cereals from food companies?

Handbook of Medicinal Plants Amarjit S. Basra See book keywords and concepts

Several health benefits have been assigned to these compounds, at times referred to as phytoestrogens. phytoestrogens are associated with relief of menopausal symptoms, reduction of osteoporosis, improvement of blood cholesterol levels, and lowering the risk of certain hormone-related cancers and coronary heart disease.51 The biochemical basis of these effects has not been fully established but the weak estrogenic activity of isoflavones may be a factor conferring these properties.

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In lab experiments using LDL isolated from adult blood samples, they found that increasing amounts of three phytoestrogens (genis-tein, daidzein, and equol) inhibited LDL oxidation; this protective effect was even more powerful when ascorbic acid (vitamin C) was present, too. Genis-tein and daidzein are the isoflavones found in soy and soy products. Pairing soy with citrus sounds like a partnership that can't miss.

Handbook of Medicinal Plants Amarjit S. Basra See book keywords and concepts

Sirtori, 2000, Dubious benefits of soy phytoestrogens; Sirtori, 2001, Risks and benefits of soy phytoestrogens. 9. Sanbongi, C, Suzuki, N., and Sakane, T., 1997, Polyphenols in chocolate, which have antioxidant activity, modulate immune functions in humans in vitro. Cell Immunol., 177: 129-136; Wan, Y., Vinson, J.A., Etherton, T.D., Proch, J., Lazarus, S.A., and Kris-Etherton, P.M.. 2001, Effects of cocoa powder and dark chocolate on LDL oxidative susceptibility and prostaglandin concentrations in humans, Am J Clin Nutr, 74: 596-602. 10. Arts, I.C., Hollman, PC, and Kromhout, D.

The 150 Healthiest Foods on Earth: The Surprising, Unbiased Truth About What You Should Eat and Why Jonny Bowden, Ph.D., C.N.S. See book keywords and concepts

And a recent article on soy protein infant formula by the Journal of Pediatrics, Gastroenterology and Nutrition suggested that soy protein formula had no nutritional advantage over cows' milk protein and that the "high concentrations of phytate, aluminum and phytoestrogens (isoflavones) ... might have untoward effects." FDA Reconsidering Its Position on Soy The universal acceptance of all things soy may be showing signs of cracking, even among the establishment organizations.

In Defense of Food: An Eater's Manifesto Michael Pollan See book keywords and concepts

Either way the phytoestrogens might have an effect (good or bad) on the growth of certain cancers, the symptoms of menopause, and the function of the endocrine system. Because of these uncertainties, the FDA has declined to grant GRAS ("generally regarded as safe") status to soy isoflavones used as a food additive. As a senior scientist at the FDA's National Center forToxi-cological Research wrote, "Confidence that soy products are safe is clearly based more on belief than hard data.

You Don't Have to be Afraid of Cancer Anymore Bill Sardi See book keywords and concepts

Without glucuronidase, flax and other phytoestrogens cannot efficiently enter the blood circulation. [Forum Nutrition 57: 100-11, 2005] However, the flaxseed lignan extract (secoisolariciresinol diglycoside) has been shown by itself to inhibit the number of tumors that develop in rodents after they are given a cancer-causing chemical. [Nutrition & Cancer 26:159-65, 1996] Feeding rats 5% flaxseed flour after exposure to a cancer-causing chemical, reduces tumor size by 67%. However, the effect of flaxseed is not consistent throughout all stages of cancer.

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Isoflavones are weak phytoestrogens that have the ability to bind to estrogen receptors and reduce total cholesterol—lowing LDL and possibly increasing HDL (the good cholesterol that helps keep LDL in check). Isoflavones may also help maintain bone mass, reduce hot flashes in postmenopausal women, and lower the risk of cardiovascular disease. Drink Clean Avoid or limit coffee and tea. Choose organic, decaffeinated coffee and/or herbal teas instead.

Women's Encyclopedia of Natural Medicine: Alternative Therapies and Integrative Medicine for Total Health and Wellness Tori Hudson, N.D. See book keywords and concepts

However, it is reassuring that in countries with a high intake of phytoestrogens (Japan, Thailand, China), women do not have an increase in uterine fibroids. However, they do have a four- to sixfold lower incidence of breast cancer44 (also an estradiol target tissue), although how a substance affects one tissue is not necessarily translated to how it affects another. Again, though, I must come back to the effects of soy on the endometrium, which may be different than some of the other plants, most notably red clover.

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Soy sauce contains very little phytoestrogen content, and many processed foods made from soybean concentrates have insignificant levels of phytoestrogens. Supplements containing isoflavones extracted from soy are commercially available, and flaxseed (as opposed to flaxseed oil) is also a good source of phytoestrogens. Lifestyle changes that may be helpful Sedentary women are more likely to have moderate or severe hot flashes compared with women who exer-cise.8,9 In one trial, menopausal symptoms were reduced immediately after aerobic exercise.

Survival of the Sickest: A Medical Maverick Discovers Why We Need Disease Dr. Sharon Moalem See book keywords and concepts

Those phytoestrogens that can cause sterility? It looks like ge-nistein, the phtyoestrogen in soy, might help to stop or slow the growth of prostate cancer cells. Some researchers think the same compound may ease the effects of menopause, which could explain why Asian women report far fewer problems with mid-life changes. Capsaicin, the hot in hot peppers, stimulates the release of endorphins, which induce feelings of pleasure and reduce feelings of stress. Capsaicin also increases your metabolic rate—some think by as much as 25 percent.

Genetic Roulette: The Documented Health Risks of Genetically Engineered Foods Jeffrey M. Smith See book keywords and concepts

Smith "In July 1999, independent researchers published a study showing that GM soy contains 12%-14% less cancer-fighting phytoestrogens. Monsanto responded with its own study, concluding that soy's phytoestrogen levels vary too much to even carry out a statistical analysis. Researchers failed to disclose, however, that they had instructed the laboratory to use an obsolete method of detection—one that had been prone to highly variable results.

Food Synergy: Unleash Hundreds of Powerful Healing Food Combinations to Fight Disease and Live Well Elaine Magee See book keywords and concepts

Citrus fruits are suspected of some synergy with soy because vitamin C and phytoestrogens may help inhibit LDL cholesterol oxidation. If you like making smoothies, you could blend orange juice or oranges with soy yogurt or soft tofu as two of your ingredients. Having some citrus juice every day as a beverage or in a smoothie is something many of us can do. I spend the extra money and buy freshly squeezed OJ (in plastic bottles) because the difference in flavor is amazing; once I tried it, it was darn hard to go back. If you prefer fruits to juice, make sure you always have some on hand.

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