The hypocholesterolemic effect of soy is well-documented and this has led to the regulatory
approval of a health claim relating soy protein to a reduced risk of cardiovascular disease …

Flavonoids are a major group of phytoestrogens associated with physiological effects, and
ecological and social impacts. Although the estrogenic activity of flavonoids was reported by …

Advances in the flavonoid field have been nothing short of spectacular over the last 20
years. While the medical field has noticed flavonoids for their potential antioxidant …

Background The beneficial effects of flavonoid consumption on cardiovascular risk are
supported by mechanistic and epidemiologic evidence. Objective We aimed to …

Bacteroides, an abundant genus in the intestines of mammals, has been recently
considered as the next generation probiotics (NGP) candidate due to its potential role in …

Epidemiological studies show a link between the consumption of plant-derived foods and a
range of health benefits. These benefits have been associated, at least partially, to some of …

This article provides an overview of current research on flavonoids as presented during a
workshop entitled,“Flavonoids and Heart Health,” held by the ILSI North America Project …

The occurrence of atherosclerosis and diabetes is expanding rapidly worldwide. These two
metabolic disorders often co-occur, and are part of what is often referred to as the metabolic …

Background: Clinical trials have reported the cholesterol-lowering effects of soy protein
intake, but the components responsible are not known. Objective: This meta-analysis was …

The prevalence of metabolic syndrome (MetS) manifestations is rapidly increasing
worldwide, and is becoming an important health problem. Actually, MetS includes a …