Phytoestrogens are non-steroidal plant compounds that are found in many fruits, vegetables and grains. The most common types of phytoestrogens are coumestans, lignans and isoflavones. These compounds have weak oestrogenic and antioestrogenic activity. The major dietary soy isoflavones, genistein and daidzein, are found in legumes including soybeans, chick peas, lentils and beans. Red clover is another source of isoflavones.

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