Essays about: "Jenny Edefuhr"

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  1. 1. Use of soy isoflavones as alternative to hormone replacement therapy (HRT) for women in menopause

    University essay from SLU/Horticulture

    Author : Jenny Edefuhr; [2007]
    Keywords : isoflavone; phytoestrogen; daidzein; genistein; equol; soy; supplements; estrogen receptors; menopause;

    Abstract : The loss of estrogen following menopause can have several effects, including reduction of bone mass, menopausal symptoms, such as hot flushes, decreased cognitive function, vaginal atrophy, and hypercholesterolemia. Traditional treatment of menopausal symptoms using hormone replacement therapy is associated with an increased risk of breast- and endometrial cancer, as well as an increased risk of cardiovascular disease. READ MORE