Herb Source Genista tinctoria Linn. Sophora subprostrata Chun et T. Chen Trifolium pratense Linn
Synonyms 5,7,4'-trihydroxyisoflavone,Prunetol,Sophoricol,Genisteol.
Structural formula:
Molecular Formula and Molecular Weight C15H10O5;270.25
Melting Point 297℃-298℃
Solubility Soluble in DMSO and ethanol,Practically insol in water
Appearance Light Yellow Fine Powder
Claims
Reduces cholesterol and triglyceride levels
Reduces risk of heart disease
Suppresses menopausal symptoms (hot flashes)
Reduces bone breakdown (osteoporosis)
Pharmacology Genistein belongs to the isoflavone class of flavonoids. It is also classified as a phytoestrogen. Phytoestrogens are plant-derived nonsteroidal compounds that possess estrogen-like biological activity. Genistein has been found to have both weak estrogenic and weak anti-estrogenic effects.
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