Phytoestrogens
Phytoestrogens have been extensively studied in animal and human in-vitro and epidemiological studies. Research failed to establish any noticeable benefit and some phytoestrogens may present a breast cancer risk.
The literature support the following conclusions:
- Plant estrogen intake in early adolescence may protect against breast cancer later in life.
- The potential risks of isoflavones on breast tissue in women at high risk for breast cancer is still unclear.
Read more about this topic: Risk Factors For Breast Cancer, Dietary Factors