Assessment of consumer awareness on the consumption of phytoestrogens in diet and their supplementation - survey studies.

Introduction: Phytoestrogens are plant-derived compounds with structural similarity to 17-β-estradiol. They are considered safer substitutes for synthetic drugs, especially in the treatment of menopause related symptoms. They are delivered to the body with diet or as dietary supplements.

EFFECT OF DIETARY FLAVONOID NARINGENIN ON BONES IN RATS WITH OVARIECTOMY-INDUCED OSTEOPOROSIS.

Naringenin is a dietary flavanone which can be found in many products such as citrus fruits. This substance reveals multiple pharmacological activities such as antiinflammatory and antioxidative. During the menopause, the estrogen deficiency occurs, thus naringenin, which is also considered as a phytoestrogen, may be useful in the treatment of menopause-associated osteoporosis.