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Topically-Applied Soy Isoflavones Increase Skin Thickness
By: Schmid, D ;Zülli, F
Posted: May 6, 2003, from the June 2002 issue of Cosmetics & Toiletries.
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- From Cosmetics & Toiletries
- June 2002 issue, pg 45
- 4 pages
Article Keywords:
- soybeans
- isoflavones
- genistein
- estrogen
- collagen
- matrix metalloproteinase
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Epidemiological studies indicating as association between diet and disease led to the investigation of a series of bioactive plant compounds. In Japan, for example, the incidences of cardiovascular disease, hormone-dependent cancers (breast, uterus and prostate) and menopausal symptoms (osteoporosis and hot flashes) are all substantially lower than in western countries. The traditional Japanese diet includes a significant amount of soy-based foods such as tofu and tempeh.
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