Isoflavones, Soy

Isoflavones are a class of phytoestrogens—plant-derived compounds with estrogenic activity. Soybeans and soy products are the richest sources of isoflavones in the human diet. This topic discusses current research, market trends, applications of isoflavones and more.

Dairy Alternative Beverage Sector Hits $1.33 Billion

Consumer concern for health issues, including lactose intolerance, milk allergy and the genetic disorder phenylketonuria (PKU), are driving the market for dairy alternative beverages like soy milk, almond milk, rice milk and other plant milks, which reached $1.33 billion in ...More
January 20, 2012
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Soy Isoflavones Enhance Lung Cancer Radiation Treatment

Compounds found in soybeans can make radiation treatment of lung cancer tumors more effective while helping to preserve normal tissue, according to a study published in the journal Radiotherapy and Oncology. The findings may lead to the development of protocols that use soy ...More
December 22, 2011
Posted in News, Nutraceuticals
Optimizing the Power of the Bar

The current market for nutrition bars targets specific nutritional or physiological benefits targeted to a range of demographics. ...More
September 30, 2011
Posted in Articles, Bakery / Cereal, Fiber, Nutraceuticals
Soy Protein Reduces Atherosclerosis in Postmenopausal Women

Postmenopausal women who consume a diet rich in soy protein may reduce the progression of atherosclerosis by 16%, according to a new study published in the journal Stroke. The reduction increases to 68% in women who experienced menopause within the past five years. ...More
September 23, 2011
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Nutraceuticals Market To Reach $207B by 2016

The global nutraceuticals products market is projected to exceed $207 billion by 2016, according to a new report from companiesandmarkets.com. The sector is being driven by demand for healthy food and beverage products, which presents growth opportunities in the functional ...More
August 10, 2011
Posted in News, Bakery / Cereal, Fiber, Nutraceuticals
Soy is No Match for Menopause

A new study conducted at the Miller School’s Osteoporosis Center at the University of Miami showed that, contrary to popular belief, soy isoflavone supplements neither prevent bone loss nor reduce menopausal symptoms. ...More
August 9, 2011
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Soy Improves Memory in Postmenopausal Women

A diet rich in soy and soy isoflavones may benefit cognitive function in postmenopausal women younger than 65 years, but may have little benefit for women older than 65 years, according to new research published in the journal Menopause. ...More
July 1, 2011
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Nutrition and Hypertension

Though dietary recommendations for hypertension focus heavily on sodium, cutting down on salt isn’t the only option for those who want to control their blood pressure. ...More
May 20, 2011
Posted in Articles, Fiber
Soy Isoflavones Sensitize Lung Cancer Cells

Soy isoflavones have the ability to improve radiation outcomes in lung cancer patients by blocking cancer cells' DNA repair mechanisms while protecting normal tissue, according to a new study published in the April issue of the Journal of Thoracic Oncology. ...More
April 1, 2011
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Soy Isoflavones Don’t Increase Cancer Risk

Long-term supplementation with soy isoflavones is safe and does not cause increased risk for breast or endometrial cancer, according to the conclusions of the Osteoporosis Prevention Using Soy (OPUS) intervention study published in the American Journal of Clinical ...More
February 9, 2011
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