Evidence supporting the use of: Isoflavone (unspecified)
For the body system: Prostate

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Scientific
Rating (out of 5): 2

Isoflavones, particularly those derived from soy (such as genistein and daidzein), have been studied for their potential effects on prostate health. Epidemiological data suggest that populations with high intake of soy foods tend to have lower rates of prostate cancer, and this has led to interest in isoflavones as a dietary supplement for prostate support. The presumed mechanism involves isoflavones' phytoestrogenic activity, which may modulate hormone-dependent growth of prostate tissue and exert weak estrogen-like effects that could counteract the actions of androgens in the prostate.

However, clinical trial evidence remains limited and mixed. Several small randomized controlled trials have investigated whether isoflavone supplementation can lower prostate-specific antigen (PSA) levels or reduce the risk of prostate cancer progression. While some studies have reported modest reductions in PSA or favorable effects on markers of prostate health, others have found no significant benefit. Systematic reviews and meta-analyses generally conclude that the evidence is insufficient to definitively support isoflavone supplementation for prostate health, with most studies being short-term and underpowered to detect significant clinical outcomes.

Overall, isoflavones are used for prostate support based on plausible biological mechanisms and some supportive epidemiological and clinical data, but robust clinical validation is lacking. Therefore, the evidence is rated as weak to moderate (2 out of 5).

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