There is a lot of debate and controversy when it comes to nutrition. Many of us are entrenched in our diet camps and with that, some nutrients are unfairly vilified. One such nutrient is phytoestrogen. Phytoestrogens are chemical compounds found in plants that can stimulate and block estrogen receptors in the body – a concept that is poorly misunderstood.
In today’s episode, we talk about phytoestrogens and their metabolic function. Should they be classified as anti-nutrients? Are they dangerous or protective?
Today on

3:20 Phytoestrogens and anti-nutrients
5:07 Types of phytoestrogens and common food sources
7:55 Are we actually eating estrogen?
9:30 Constituent vs. whole plant
12:00 Hormone-related risks and PMS
13:32 Cardiovascular disease
14:30 Logical Speculation – Just eat food
17:00 Tumors, bone, brain, and skin  

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