Lignan

Lignans are a type of polyphenol found in certain plants. They are one of the major classes of phytoestrogens, which are estrogen-like chemicals and also act as antioxidants. The other classes of phytoestrogens are isoflavones and coumestans.

Sources

Lignans are found in a wide variety of plants including flax, sesame, pumpkin, sunflower, broccoli, berries, garlic, asparagus, red wine, olive oil, chocolate, and whole grains.

Health effects

Lignans may have antioxidant and cancer-preventive properties. Some studies have found that a diet high in lignans may decrease the risk of heart disease and a variety of cancers, although the evidence is not strong enough to recommend for or against eating a diet high in lignans for these purposes.

See also

• Phytoestrogens
• Flax
• Sesame

References

Lignan Resources
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