 Brevail® from Lignan Research relies on a proprietary blend of plant lignans specially formulated to aid in the healthy division of cells in a woman's breast. Several lines of evidence suggest that dietary plant lignans, such as those contained in Brevail from Lignan Research, may play a role in inhibiting the killer cells that promote tumor growth.*
Brevail plant lignans from Lignan Research may help postmenopausal women with cognitive function
Higher dietary intakes of plant lignans were linked to better cognitive function, say Dutch researchers participating in a 2005 study.1 The higher the intake of plant lignans found in whole grains, bran, berries, broccoli, flaxseed, sunflower seeds - and possibly even those contained in Brevail from Lignan Research - the better a women's cognitive function - especially in older women who were 20 to 30 years past menopause.
Lignan Research Brevail gets its plant lignans from flaxseed
It has only been in the last decade that nutritionists have realized that flaxseed contains an extraordinary concentration of plant lignans. Recent findings suggest that flaxseed may contain 75 to 800 times the concentration of plant lignans of any other likely plant source, making Lignan Research Brevail one of the best plant lignan supplements available. 2
The plant lignans contained in Brevail from Lignan Research contain omega 3 fatty acids
In addition to the high concentration of plant lignans found in flaxseed and Lignan Research Brevail, are high levels of DHA and EFA omega 3 fatty acids, which may benefit cardiovascular health and help to balance cholesterol levels.
Lignan Research Brevail Q&A at Vitacost.com
Q: What are plant lignans contained in Lignan Research Brevail?
Plant lignans contained in Lignan Research Brevail are plant compounds that occur in various plants and at various levels. Scientific research indicates that plant lignans may benefit many human body system functions and act as an antioxidant in wellness remedies that feature plant lignan derivatives.
Q: Is it true that flaxseed is high in plant lignans?
Flaxseed may contain the highest concentration of plant lignans of all plants, say nutritionists. In fact, flaxseed may contain 75 to 800 times more plant lignans than other plant sources. Brevail from Lignan Research contains high levels of plant lignans derived from flaxseed.
Q: How do the plant lignans found in Lignan Research Brevail react in the body?
Plant lignans have a structure similar to that of human estrogen, which is why scientists claim that certain plant lignans mimic human estrogen in the body. A number of studies have reported links between increased dietary plant lignan intake and the reduced rate of breast, prostate and hair loss problems.
Q: What are the health benefits of plant lignans contained in Lignan Research Brevail?
Populations such as vegetarians that consume large quantities of plant lignans appear in studies to have a lower incidence of heart problems and problems with radical cell division in the body. Plant lignans from Lignan Research Brevail may promote prostate health, breast health, circulatory health, bone health and ease the symptoms of menopause in women.
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1 Environmental Nutrition. July 2005 v28 i7 p8
2 Bernard M. Collett. Townsend Letter for Doctors and Patients. June 2003 p115(5). |
