Formononetin

Formononetin is a chemical compound classified as an O-methylated isoflavone, a type of isoflavone. It is found in a variety of plants and herbs, including red clover, soy, and Astragalus membranaceus. Formononetin has been studied for its potential health benefits, including its potential role in cancer prevention and treatment, as well as its potential effects on bone health.

Chemical Structure

Formononetin is a type of isoflavone, a class of flavonoids that are characterized by a 3-phenylchromen-4-one backbone. It is specifically classified as an O-methylated isoflavone due to the presence of a methoxy group on its phenolic ring.

Sources

Formononetin is found in a variety of plants and herbs. It is particularly abundant in red clover and soy, but can also be found in Astragalus membranaceus, a traditional Chinese medicinal herb.

Potential Health Benefits

Formononetin has been studied for its potential health benefits. Some research suggests that it may have anti-cancer properties. For example, it has been found to inhibit the growth of certain types of cancer cells in vitro. However, more research is needed to confirm these findings and to understand how formononetin might be used in cancer prevention and treatment.

Formononetin may also have beneficial effects on bone health. Some studies have found that it can stimulate the formation of new bone cells, which could potentially help to prevent or treat osteoporosis. Again, more research is needed in this area.

See Also

• Isoflavone
• Red clover
• Soy
• Astragalus membranaceus

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