Description
[ CAS NO. ] 446-72-0
[ Molecular Formula ] C15H10O5
[ Formula Weight ] 270.24
[ Apparence ] Light Yellow powder
About Genistein
Genistein is an isoflavonoid phytoestrogenic compound found in soybeans, pea pods, and other legumes.
Genistein can combine with estrogen receptor and have weak estrogen effect. So it is also called phytoestrogen. It is antagonistic to estrogen. It has protective effect or hormone related diseases. It can improve and prevent climacteric syndrome and osteoporosis. Genistein can serve as food supplement to be widely used in various healthy food for the middle-aged and old people.
