Does gut bacteria affect how phytoestrogens work in the body?
What the Evidence Shows
What we've found so far is that gut bacteria may play a role in how phytoestrogens work in the body. The evidence we've reviewed leans toward the idea that differences in gut bacteria could help explain why these plant compounds affect people differently [1].
Our analysis of the available research...
Evidence from Studies
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Published
May 3, 2026·Last updated May 3, 2026