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BACKGROUND
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) is a neuroimmunoendocrine disease affecting about 1% of the US population, mostly women. It is characterized by debilitating fatigue for six or more months in the absence of cancer or other systemic diseases. Many CFS patients also have fibromyalgia and skin
BACKGROUND
Sufu is a traditional Chinese fermented soybean food. Isoflavones are abundant in soybean and products incorporated with isoflavones exert many health benefits. The aim of this study was to investigate anti-fatigue effect of sufu fortified with isoflavones.
METHODS
In vivo anti-fatigue
OBJECTIVE
Alteration of immune function may be associated with chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) and this study reveals the immunoregulatory effect of Astragalus membranaceus flavonoids (AMF).
METHODS
CF rats were induced by food intake restriction plus forced swimming for 6 weeks.
RESULTS
An atrophied
Isoflavones can exert their action on various levels: on cardiovascular system, bone and muscle health, on cancer, on menopausal symptoms, on obesity, on thyroid and on cognitive function. The aim of this systematic review is to evaluate the multidimensional effects of phytoestrogens in
BACKGROUND
To review the evidence available to support clinical practice guidelines for dietary interventions aimed at mitigating the side effects of androgen deprivation therapy (ADT) in men with prostate cancer, and to identify future research priorities.
METHODS
An analytical model was designed
OBJECTIVE
Equol, a metabolite of the isoflavone daidzein, is hypothesized to play a major role in the health benefits of soy. We examined the effect of a new S-equol supplement on menopausal symptoms and mood states.
METHODS
We conducted a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial with our
Bioactive natural compounds from plant-derived sources have received substantial interest due to their potential therapeutic and preventive effects toward various human diseases. Licorice (Glycyrrhiza), a frequently-used component in traditional oriental medicines, has been incorporated into recipes
OBJECTIVE
The present observational, cross-sectional prospective study was conducted during the period of 1 year in one of the rural health centers to study prevalence of conventional cardiovascular disease risk factors (CVRFs) in postmenopausal women.
METHODS
Five hundred consecutive postmenopausal