 Since the discovery of lignans more than 20 years ago, researchers have become increasingly interested in studying their health benefits as phytoestrogens and antioxidants. To date, more than 100 studies have been published, examining the bioavailability and metabolism of flax lignans, as well as their various health benefits for men and women.
On this page you will find a list of several key studies published in renowned journals. The list is meant to serve as a resource for health care professionals, reporters and other individuals who are interested in reading more about the science behind flax lignans. You will find the publications grouped by health benefit for convenience. Links to abstracts on PubMed are available by clicking on the research titles. |