Description
"Sulforaphane" is a bioactive nutrient found in cruciferous vegetables like broccoli, Brussels sprouts, and cauliflower. It is activated when these vegetables are chopped or chewed, triggering the release of myrosinase. This nutrient contributes to oxidative balance, cellular protection, and metabolic efficiency. It supports liver detoxification and inflammatory regulation, further enhancing overall physiological resilience. Naturally occurring in plant-based foods, sulforaphane has been widely consumed in vegetable-rich diets and continues to be valued for its nutritional benefits.
Functions in the Body
Category
Deficiency Symptoms
As sulforaphane is not an essential nutrient, there are no deficiency symptoms associated with its absence.
Synergists & Antagonists
Sulforaphane has no well-documented synergies or antagonistic interactions.
Sulforaphane
Warnings
If you have a seizure disorder, exercise extreme caution when consuming sulforaphane-rich foods or supplements. It interacts with medications that are metabolized by the liver. People with thyroid conditions may also want to monitor high intakes of cruciferous vegetables due to their goitrogenic effects.
Food Sources
Sulforaphane can be found in broccoli sprouts, cabbage, cauliflower, bok choy, kale, collards, mustard greens, and watercress.
Time Frame
Sulforaphane can be consumed at any time of the day.
Depleted By
Sulforaphane's effectiveness may be reduced by L-dopa and L-tyrosine.