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Summary of phytoestrogen clinical studies.
| Clinical endpoints | Positive results | Total |
|---|---|---|
| Maintaining bone density | 11 | 15 |
| Relief menopause symptoms | 4 | 17 |
| Cardiovascular benefit | 25 | 38 |
| Cancer prevention | 7 | 13 |
| Hormon levels/menstrual cycle | 12 | 19 |
| Effect of hormones in men | 0 | 1 |
| Immune system | 1 | 1 |
| Neurological | 5 | 5 |
| Totals | 64 | 105 |
Totals are less than the sum of the studies since some studies examined several clinical endpoints. Modified from Cornwell et al. 2004 (ref.19).
