Soy Isoflavones
Other names: Soy isoflavones
Harm score: 2 (Derivatives of natural substances)
Soy isoflavones, also known as Soy Isoflavones, are valuable antioxidants that are found primarily in soy products. They belong to the group of phytoestrogens, plant substances structurally similar to human sex hormones. They are highly used mainly in the field of nutritional supplements and medicine, but they are not lagging behind in the food and cosmetics industries either.
In the food industry, soy isoflavones are used to enrich various types of products, especially dairy alternatives such as soy milk, cottage cheese, yoghurt and ice cream. In addition, they are also found in soy products such as tofu, tempeh, miso soup and edamame. These isoflavones not only give foods their specific flavour and nutritional value, but also act as a preventive against a number of diseases. In cosmetics, soy isoflavones are used for their antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects. For example, they can be used in creams, serums, masks or shampoos to promote skin and hair regeneration. In the pharmaceutical and dietary supplement industries, they are particularly used for their positive effect on the health of menopausal women, where they can alleviate some unwanted symptoms such as hot flashes or insomnia.