topicSoy Isoflavones Bone Turnover Meta-Analysis
claimResults The combined EUE and Isf treatment significantly improved biomechanical performance of the femur and restored bone mineral content in ovariectomized rats.
evidence level4
citationZhao R (2026)
sourceEucommia ulmoides extract and soy isoflavones attenuate postmenopausal osteoporosis by modulating bone-specific transcription factors and inflammatory signaling pathways.
topicSoy Isoflavones Bone Turnover Meta-Analysis
claimLevels of bone formation markers were elevated, whereas indices of bone resorption were reduced.
evidence level4
citationZhao R (2026)
sourceEucommia ulmoides extract and soy isoflavones attenuate postmenopausal osteoporosis by modulating bone-specific transcription factors and inflammatory signaling pathways.
topicSoy Isoflavones Bone Turnover Meta-Analysis
claimIn vitro , the combination enhanced osteoblast mineralization and proliferation, suppressed osteoclast formation, and increased osteoclast apoptosis.
evidence level4
citationZhao R (2026)
sourceEucommia ulmoides extract and soy isoflavones attenuate postmenopausal osteoporosis by modulating bone-specific transcription factors and inflammatory signaling pathways.
topicSoy Isoflavones Bone Turnover Meta-Analysis
claimBackground Postmenopausal osteoporosis (PMO) is driven by estrogen deficiency, enhanced osteoclastic activity, impaired osteoblast function, and persistent inflammatory signaling.
evidence level4
citationZhao R (2026)
sourceEucommia ulmoides extract and soy isoflavones attenuate postmenopausal osteoporosis by modulating bone-specific transcription factors and inflammatory signaling pathways.
topicSoy Isoflavones Bone Turnover Meta-Analysis
claimThis narrative review synthesizes mechanistic, translational, and clinical evidence to clarify the potential skeletal relevance of S-equol.
evidence level4
citationSekikawa A (2025)
sourceS-Equol as a Gut-Derived Phytoestrogen Targeting Estrogen Receptor β: A Promising Bioactive Nutrient for Bone Health in Aging Women and Men: A Narrative Review.
topicSoy Isoflavones Bone Turnover Meta-Analysis
claimThese findings align with preclinical evidence demonstrating that S-equol preserves trabecular microarchitecture, enhances bone strength, and reduces bone turnover.
evidence level4
citationSekikawa A (2025)
sourceS-Equol as a Gut-Derived Phytoestrogen Targeting Estrogen Receptor β: A Promising Bioactive Nutrient for Bone Health in Aging Women and Men: A Narrative Review.
topicSoy Isoflavones Bone Turnover Meta-Analysis
claimBackground/Objectives : Osteoporosis is highly prevalent and contributes substantially to morbidity and mortality, yet long-term concerns about pharmacologic therapies leave a major treatment gap.
evidence level4
citationSekikawa A (2025)
sourceS-Equol as a Gut-Derived Phytoestrogen Targeting Estrogen Receptor β: A Promising Bioactive Nutrient for Bone Health in Aging Women and Men: A Narrative Review.
topicSoy Isoflavones Bone Turnover Meta-Analysis
claimSoy isoflavones have been investigated as safer alternatives, but results across trials are inconsistent.
evidence level4
citationSekikawa A (2025)
sourceS-Equol as a Gut-Derived Phytoestrogen Targeting Estrogen Receptor β: A Promising Bioactive Nutrient for Bone Health in Aging Women and Men: A Narrative Review.