Lignans-Important Bioactives From Plants!

Lignans-Important Bioactives From Plants!

Lignans  are low molecular weight polyphenols found in flaxseed, sesame seeds,  and a variety of other plant foods such as seeds, whole grains.

Among their possible health benefits:

·     Heart Health
·     Bone Health
·     Anti-Inflammatory Properties
·     Digestive Health
·     Hormone Balance
·     Antioxidant Benefits

When  consumed, Lignans can be converted to enterolignans by the microbiome  bacteria, such as enterolactone and enterodiol, which have weak  estrogenic activity—phytoestrogens. For this reason, although lignans  hold health benefits for some people it is debated as to the  appropriateness of supplementation (or high consumption) in various  conditions, such as those with hormone-dependent cancers.

Among  the many interesting applications for Lignans: Lignans may help to  balance hormone levels in men, such as the estrogen, testosterone, and  DHT. They have been shown to inhibit eznymes required to convert  testosterone to DHT so they are believed to benefit prostate health and  hair health.

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