Table of Contents

PRODUCTION. Introduction to Phytoestrogens. Biosynthesis of Polyphenol Phytoestrogens in Plants. Chemistry and Mechanism of Action of Phytoestrogens. CONSUMPTION.
Pharmacokinetics of Phytoestrogens. Phytoestrogens in Cell Signaling. Phytoestrogens and Body Composition. RISK AND BENEFIT ANALYSIS. Reproductive Hormones in Females and Hormone Replacement Therapy. Benefits and Risks of Phytoestrogens. OPTIMIZATION AND UTILIZATION. Soy Isoflavones and Health. APPLICATIONS. Wine Antioxidants/Phytoestrogens. GLOSSARY. INDEX.

About the Author

Fatih Yildiz

Reviews

“…the first manual that synthesizes current scientific, technical, and practical aspects involved in the production, consumption, and safety of phytoestrogens in foods. …provides insight on the major questions concerning core areas of polyphenol research. This book makes scientific data accessible to a general audience of readers…”
— Dorothea Bedigian, Economic Botany, Vol. 61,
No. 1, 2007