← Back to all supplement pairs
Can You Take Fennel and Red Clover Together?
Dose or timing may matter
The short answer
Fennel contains anethole which has estrogenic activity, and Red Clover provides phytoestrogenic isoflavones. Combined use may produce additive estrogenic effects.
How to arrange timing
Consider using one phytoestrogen source at a time.
Reference
Reference noted for this combination: Journal of Medicinal Food, 2005; 8(3): 407-412
Important context
Whether supplements suit you together also depends on dose, product formulation, health conditions, and medication use. Ask a doctor or pharmacist first if you take medication, are pregnant or breastfeeding, or have a chronic condition.