Aromatase Enzyme
Largely responsible for conversion of Testosterone into Estrogen
Can be inhibited (which can be a good idea for men) by
Inhibitors of Aromatase (these can be good for men)
Foods
Foods that act as aromatase inhibitors
Artichokes Arugula Blueberries & bilberries Broccoli & broccoli sprouts Brussels sprouts Cabbage Cauliflower Celery Cherries, sour or tart Chives Cilantro Collard greens Corn Cranberries & ligonberries Currants, black Grapes and grape juice, red Green onions Honey, minimally processed Horseradish & wasabi Hot peppers Kale Lemons & limes Mexican oregano Mush-rooms, white button & related Mustard Mustard greens Oats Oranges & tangerines Parsley Pomegranates & pomegranate juice Radishes Rice, black, red or purple Saffron Turnip greens Turnips Walnuts & walnut oil Watercress
- Macha
Note
Can also get supplements for such inhibitor.
Foods that increase Aromatase activity (avoid these)
- Alcohol
- Beef
- Grilled, BBQ'd, or smoked meat or fish
- Lamb
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