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Genistein

Botanicals / Flavonoids

Botanicals / Phytoestrogens

Botanical Name or Chemical Name: 4',5,7-trihydroxyisoflavone
Related Remedies: Isoflavones

Description: Genistein is a phytoestrogen (herbal estrogen like substance). It is classified in a subclass of flavonoids: isoflavones. It is found in soy and red clover.

Oral Uses

  • Menopause RatingRatingRatingRatingRating

    Genistein is an estrogenic; improves hormonal balance; reduces hot flashes and vaginal dryness; elevates mood; alleviates symptoms. Take 40-60 mg of genistein daily, in divided doses, for many months.

  • Hot flashes RatingRatingRatingRating

    Genistein is an estrogenic; improves hormonal balance; reduces hot flashes. Take 40-60 mg of genistein daily, in divided doses, for many months.

  • Osteoporosis RatingRatingRatingRating

    Genistein is an estrogenic; helps to protect bone integrity; prevents bone loss; increases bone density; slows down the progression; used for prevention and treatment. Take 40-60 mg of genistein daily, in divided doses, for many months.

  • Osteoporosis prevention RatingRatingRatingRating

    Genistein is an estrogenic; helps to protect bone integrity; prevents bone loss; increases bone density; used for prevention and treatment. Take 40-60 mg of genistein daily, in divided doses, for many months.

  • Benign prostatic hyperplasia RatingRatingRating

    Genistein improves hormonal balance; alleviates symptoms. Take 40-60 mg of genistein daily, in divided doses, for many months.

  • Breast enhancement RatingRatingRating

    Genistein is an estrogenic; may enhance the breast. Take 40-80 mg of genistein daily, in divided doses, for many months.

  • Diabetic retinopathy RatingRatingRating

    Genistein improves hormonal balance and alleviates symptoms. Take 40-80 mg of genistein daily, in divided doses, for many months.

Oral Actions

  • Action - Estrogenic RatingRatingRatingRating

    Genistein is an estrogenic; has estrogen like activity. Take 40-60 mg of genistein daily, in divided doses, for many months.

  • Action - Anti-estrogenic RatingRatingRating

    Genistein is an anti-estrogenic; reduces estrogen activity. Take 40-60 mg of genistein daily, in divided doses, for many months.

  • Action - Antioxidant RatingRatingRating

    Genistein is an antioxidant; neutralizes free radicals. Take 40-60 mg of genistein daily, in divided doses, for many months.

  • Action - Aromatase inhibitor RatingRatingRating

    Genistein is an aromatase inhibitor; inhibits estrogen production in postmenopausal women. Take 40-60 mg of genistein daily, in divided doses, for many months.

  • Action - Anti-inflammatory RatingRating

    Genistein is an anti-inflammatory; reduces inflammation. Take 40-60 mg of genistein daily, in divided doses, for many months.

  • Action - Antineoplastic RatingRating

    Genistain is an antineoplastic; fights cancer. Take 40-60 mg of genistein daily, in divided doses, for many months.

  • Action - Increasing nutrient absorption RatingRating

    Genistein increases nutrient absorption. Take 40-60 mg of genistein daily, in divided doses, for many months.

Recommended Dosage

Take 40-120 mg of genistein daily, in divided doses, for many months.

Cautions & Side Effects

There is no known safety problems if used at suggested dosage. Women who had breast cancer or is at high risk, should consult a practitioner before taking genistein. Use it with caution if you have hypothyroidism. Overdoses and used longtime may inhibit immune function, brain function and DNA repair.

Available Forms

Genistein is available in tablet or capsule form, generally mixed with other isoflavones.

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