TLDR Isoflavone may help manage PCOS symptoms, but its effectiveness is uncertain.
Isoflavone, a phytoestrogen, shows potential in managing polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) symptoms by lowering testosterone levels, normalizing menstrual cycles, and improving ovarian morphology. It also positively affects the metabolic profile and reduces inflammatory markers and oxidative stress. However, the results on its efficacy are mixed, with both significant and non-significant outcomes reported. This review discusses the existing literature on isoflavone's effects on PCOS symptoms based on in vivo and clinical trial studies.
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