- @Amrapali #img-anno http://cdn2.stylecraze.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/Estrogen-Rich-Foods.jpg {u'shapes': [{u'geometry': {u'y': 0.0225, u'x': 0.8683333333333333, u'height': 0.07, u'width': 0.08500000000000008}, u'type': u'rect'}], u'src': u'http://cdn2.stylecraze.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/Estrogen-Rich-Foods.jpg', u'context': u'http://app.swtr.us/', u'text': u'Here is a list of the top ten estrogen rich foods which contain high levels of estrogen.\n1. Flax seeds:\n\nFlaxseeds are also commonly referred to as linseed. The phytoestrogens present in them are referred to as lignans. The seeds are generally ground and used in breads, cereals and salads to boost the absorption rate. Linseed has the most quantity of phytoestrogens: 379,380 mcg per 100 g. There are about 85.5 mg lignans in one ounce of linseed.\n2. Tofu:\n\nTofu, also called bean curd is produced from soymilk and is high in phytoestrogens called isoflavones. Tofu is available in soft to firm varieties and may be used in soups and certain main courses. 3 ounces of tofu offers 20 mg of isoflavones or 27,150.1mcgof phytoestrogens per 100 g.\n\n3. Soybeans:\n\nSoybeans are one of the richest sources of phytoestrogens. The intake of foods rich in estrogen like these is known to provide relief from the symptoms of menstrual cycle in women. Edamame are the pods which are produced by soy plant. These are a great choice for snack as they pack a nutritional punch. One cup contains 24 mg of isoflavone or 103,920 mcg of phytoestrogen per 100 g.\n4. Soy yogurt:\n\nSoy yogurt or bean curd yogurt is the yogurt made from soy milk. A cup of this yoghurt contains about21mg of isoflavones or 10,275 mcg of phytoestrogens per 100 g.\n\n5. Sesame seeds:\n\nSesame seeds also contain phytoestrogens known as lignans. These are used to make a wide variety of dishes and can also be sprinkled on top of certain appetizers. One ounce of sesame seeds contain 11.2 mg of lignans, or 8008.1mcg of phytoestrogens 100 g.Comparatively,sunflower seeds or helianthus seeds have less phytoestrogens, with 216mcg per 100g.\n6. Multi-grain bread:\n\nWhole grains like oats, barley, rye and wheat have phytoestrogens known as lignans. The number of units per weight depends on the concentration of the whole grains in the bread.\n\n7. Soymilk:\n\nSoy milk is a beverage made from soy beans. It is rich in phytoestrogens called flavones. One cup of soy milk contains about 30 mg of flavones or 2,957.2 mcg phytoestrogens per 100 g.\n8. Hummus:\n\nHummus is a type of food made using boiled and mashed chickpeas. It can be used as a dip or a spread. It provides 993 mcg of phytoestrogens per 100 g.\n9. Garlic:\n\nGarlic which belongs to the onion family is also a source of isoflavonoids with about603.3mcg of phytoestrogens per 100 g.It is one of ingredients which is widely used in cuisines the world over.\n10. Dried apricots, dates and prunes:\n\nDried apricots are a far higher supply of phytoestrogens than natural apricots. Dried apricots contain 445.5 mcg of phytoestrogens per 100 g. Dried dates with 329.5 mg of isoflavoids per 100g and dried prunes with 177.5mcg per 100 g are also good sources of estrogen.\n\nEating a diet rich in the above mentioned products along with good quantities of fruits and vegetables would not only ensure a smooth transition into menopause for women, but also safeguard their overall health and well-being.'} created: Mon, 02 Jun 2014, 07:23 AM UTC