Antioxidant
Broccoli
Also known as: Sulforaphane, Brassica oleracea, Broccoli Powder, Broccoli extract
Broccoli powder is a whole-food derived ingredient rich in sulforaphane, glucosinolates, and polyphenols that support antioxidant and detoxification pathways. Evidence supports potential benefits for cellular health and inflammatory response, though most human research uses fresh broccoli or concentrated extracts rather than powder forms.
Last reviewed June 2026 · Evidence graded from peer-reviewed research, not editorial opinion. Educational only — not medical advice.
Every Broccoli product we have scored
| # | Product | Score | Per serving |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jarrow Formulas BroccoMax | 95 A | $0.87 |
| 2 | Thorne Hormone Advantage | 90 A | $0.85 |
| 3 | Thorne Broccoli Seed Extract | 89 A | $1.12 |
| 4 | Pure Encapsulations NR Longevity | 87 A | $2.17 |
| 5 | Thorne MediClear-SGS™ - Vanilla | 86 A- | $2.10 |
| 6 | Pure Encapsulations Th1 Support | 83 A- | $1.02 |
| 7 | Pure Encapsulations UltraDetox 10-Day Pure Pack | 83 A- | $7.55 |
| 8 | Complement Sulfora | 81 A- | $2.13 |
| 9 | Complement Daily Greens by Complement | 80 A- | $1.63 |
| 10 | Pure Encapsulations Balanced Immune | 80 A- | $1.13 |
| 11 | Pure Encapsulations DIM Detox | 80 A- | $1.93 |
| 12 | Pure Encapsulations Nrf2 Detox | 80 A- | $1.14 |
Scored on dose accuracy, form, label transparency and third-party testing. Per-serving cost is list price divided by servings per container. No brand pays to be listed or ranked.
Common questions
How much Broccoli should I take?
The typical range is 50-100 mg sulforaphane equivalent. Safe for long-term use
When should I take Broccoli?
With meals. Yes.
Which form of Broccoli is best?
Sulforaphane glucosinolate — Stabilized active form. Other forms in the catalog: Myrosinase activated, Seed extract, Sprout extract, Powder.
Is Broccoli safe?
Commonly reported: GI upset, Gas. Supports liver function
Which Broccoli supplement scores highest?
Jarrow Formulas BroccoMax, at 95/100. Scored on dose accuracy, form, label transparency and third-party testing — no brand pays to be listed or ranked.
Primary uses
- Detoxification support
- Antioxidant
- Cellular health
- Liver support
- Detoxification (phase 2 enzyme support)
- Anti-inflammatory support
- General nutritional supplementation
How it works
- Activates Nrf2 pathway
- Upregulates detox enzymes
- Supports glutathione production
Dosage
- Typical range
- 50-100 mg sulforaphane equivalent
- Timing
- With meals
- With food
- Yes
- Duration
- Safe for long-term use
- Special populations
- Detox support seekers
Forms
- Sulforaphane glucosinolate· 100/100
- Myrosinase activated· 100/100
- Seed extract· 95/100
- Sprout extract· 90/100
- Powder· 70/100
Safety
Common side effects
- GI upset
- Gas
Products containing Broccoli
Top-scoring supplements in our catalog that list Broccoli on the label. Each product is graded on Formulate's ingredient-level rubric — dose accuracy, form, transparency, and third-party testing.
Evidence notes
Strong evidence for Nrf2 activation and detoxification support
Grade A: Multiple well-designed human trials support the main claims.
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