Features and benefits:

Natural plant-derived compounds called isoflavones that have a mild oestrogenic effect
May help reduce the frequency and severity of menopausal symptoms such as hot flushes and night sweats.
May help reduce loss of bone density common in post-menopausal women.
Assist in maintaining strong healthy bones.

Additional information:

Symptoms of menopause are usually due to alterations in hormone levels, particularly the decline in oestrogen levels.

It is thought that the low level of menopausal symptoms seen in Asian women may be due to their intake of foods rich in phytoestrogens.

Soy beans are a rich source of phytoestrogens known as isoflavones.

PhytoLife® is a source of soy phytoestrogens.

Conversion of phytoestrogens to their active forms can depend on the bowel flora of a person.

Therefore (soy) isoflavones may not work for all women and results may vary between individuals. Variations in response to (soy) isoflavones have been observed in clinical trials in post-menopausal women.

Dosage:

Adults – Take 1 tablet twice a day with a meal, or as professionally prescribed.

Contraindications and cautions:

If symptoms persist, see your healthcare professional.
Always read the label. Use only as directed.

Active ingredients:

Glycine max (Soy bean) extract equivalent to dry seed
(standardised to contain isoflavone glycosides 50 mg) 33.5 g (33,500 mg)
Calcium hydrogen phosphate 450 mg

Medicine interactions:

Blackmores PhytoLife® may interfere with certain other medications you may be taking. Click here to learn more.

Physical description:

A beige, mottled, bullet shaped tablet with a break bar. Film-coated clear.