I thought phytoestrogens were supposed to be good for women and women’s fibrosis conditions?
A. You can consume plant foods (other than soy or flax) such as, leafy greens, legumes, and whole grains safely because they act as harmless, mild estrogens. Therefore, they compete against the stronger, more harmful estrogens for the body’s hormone receptor sites. Herbs and foods that are highly phytoestrogenic should only be used for short periods of time to correct an imbalance when fibroids are not present and estrogen dominance is not an issue. Long term use of such herbs can lead to increased estrogen levels.
