In addressing the role of isoflavones in particular, the North American Menopause Society offered the following position statement: “Clinical trial data do not support the use of isoflavones (a class of phytoestrogens found in rich supply in soybeans and soy products as well as in red clover) to prevent or treat osteoporosis. Although some data suggest that isoflavones may favorably affect bone health, accumulating data from several more recent studies indicate a lack of bone benefits from ...
