Preliminary data suggest some cardiovascular benefit. More than ever, people are looking to non-hormonal means to stave off the frailties of aging. Many investigators are assessing the ability of soy isoflavones in preventing heart disease, breast cancer and bone loss. Results are promising but preliminary. Researchers suggest taking 30-50 mg of isoflavones per day.
Studies are numerous and ongoing but data is unclear at present.
Most of the lignans have been removed from flaxseed oil, therefore it is not considered an optimal source of flaxseed. Interested persons take about four tablespoons of flaxseed per day. But whether vitamin D is best consumed by food or pill is not known. Before deciding to turn to these compounds, check with your physician. Dr. Morales says the importance of maintaining a healthy lifestyle cannot be overemphasized during menopause management.