Pueraria mirifica Medical Reports on the Effectiveness of Phytoestrogens

Department of Biology, Faculty of Science, Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok, Thailand

Medical Reports on the Effectiveness of Phytoestrogens
February 4, 2002-As reported on NEWS NET 5: Cleveland, Ohio, March 12, 1999-

There is new information that suggests an herbal plant will enhance your breasts. News Channel 5 reports new finding show if women take an herb called Pueraria mirifica it will increase their breast size.

“The root is presumed to contain substances that might have an effect on glands”, said medicinal plant expert Tyler, Ph.D. “The herb is so popular that demand is outweighing supply”

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Pueraria mirifica studies

Thai biologist claims tuber can enlarge bust size

Pueraria mirifica decreases breast tumor incidence

Efficacy comparison of Pueraria mirifica (PM) against conjugated equine estrogen (CEE) with/without medroxyprogesterone acetate (MPA) in the treatment of climacteric symptoms in perimenopausal women: phase III study

Pueraria mirifica reduce Breast cancer risks

Research and Study on Pueraria mirifica

A national – level committee is set up to push for export – processing.

The effect of Pueraria mirifica on cytologic and urodynamic findings in ovariectomized rats.Effects and safety of Pueraria mirifica on lipid profiles and biochemical markers of bone turnover rates in healthy postmenopausal women.

Effects and safety of Pueraria mirifica on lipid profiles and biochemical markers of bone turnover rates in healthy postmenopausal women.

Long-term treatment effects of Pueraria mirifica phytoestrogens on parathyroid hormone and calcium levels in aged menopausal cynomolgus monkeys.

Pueraria mirifica, a phytoestrogen-rich herb, prevents bone loss in orchidectomized rats.

Finished herbal product as an alternative treatment for menopausal symptoms in climacteric women.