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Definition of "isoflavones" [isoflavones]

  • Plural form of isoflavone. (noun)

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Use "isoflavones" in a sentence
  • "Jack's cow is a sentient animal who, sick of being exploited, manipulates Jack into trading her to a vegetarian for a handful of (high in isoflavones) magic soybeans."
  • "Because soy foods contain natural plant compounds (called isoflavones) that appear to work like hormones, some people worry that they could increase hormonally driven conditions like breast cancer."
  • "Tofu, tempeh, soy milk and edamame boiled, lightly salted soybeans in the pod contain plant hormones called isoflavones, which may lessen PMS symptoms."