Herbal Extract
Organic Broccoli Sprout
Also known as: broccoli sprout extract, broccoli sprout powder, sulforaphane source
Young broccoli plants rich in glucosinolates that convert to sulforaphane, a potent plant compound with antioxidant and phase II enzyme-inducing properties. Sprouts contain 20–50× the sulforaphane content of mature broccoli.
Last reviewed June 2026 · Evidence graded from peer-reviewed research, not editorial opinion. Educational only — not medical advice.
Every Organic Broccoli Sprout product we have scored
| # | Product | Score | Per serving |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pure Encapsulations NR Longevity | 87 A | $2.17 |
| 2 | Pure Encapsulations Th1 Support | 83 A- | $1.02 |
| 3 | Pure Encapsulations UltraDetox 10-Day Pure Pack | 83 A- | $7.55 |
| 4 | Complement Daily Greens by Complement | 80 A- | $1.63 |
| 5 | Pure Encapsulations DIM Detox | 80 A- | $1.93 |
| 6 | Pure Encapsulations Detox Pure Pack | 77 B+ | $2.83 |
| 7 | Pure Encapsulations HM Complex | 77 B+ | $1.83 |
| 8 | Pure Encapsulations Liver-G.I. Detox | 75 B+ | $1.17 |
| 9 | Vital Nutrients Detox Formula* | 74 B+ | $1.00 |
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 Organic Broccoli Sprout should I take?
The typical range is 500–2000 mg daily (whole sprout) or 50–500 mg sulforaphane content. Safe for continuous use; sulforaphane effects accumulate over weeks
When should I take Organic Broccoli Sprout?
With meals; raw or lightly cooked to preserve myrosinase. With food; presence of myrosinase enzyme aids conversion.
Which form of Organic Broccoli Sprout is best?
powder. Other forms in the catalog: capsule, freeze-dried extract, fresh sprout.
Is Organic Broccoli Sprout safe?
Commonly reported: Mild GI symptoms (bloating, gas) at high doses.
Which Organic Broccoli Sprout supplement scores highest?
Pure Encapsulations NR Longevity, at 87/100. Scored on dose accuracy, form, label transparency and third-party testing — no brand pays to be listed or ranked.
Primary uses
- Antioxidant support
- Phase II detoxification enzyme activation
- Anti-inflammatory response
- Cellular protection
How it works
- Glucosinolate → sulforaphane conversion
- Nrf2 pathway activation
- Phase II enzyme induction (GST, SOD)
- Histone deacetylase inhibition
Dosage
- Typical range
- 500–2000 mg daily (whole sprout) or 50–500 mg sulforaphane content
- Timing
- With meals; raw or lightly cooked to preserve myrosinase
- With food
- With food; presence of myrosinase enzyme aids conversion
- Duration
- Safe for continuous use; sulforaphane effects accumulate over weeks
- Special populations
- Those with thyroid disease should consult provider about high intake of raw cruciferous
Forms
- powder· 70/100
- capsule· 70/100
- freeze-dried extract· 70/100
- fresh sprout· 70/100
Safety
Common side effects
- Mild GI symptoms (bloating, gas) at high doses
Contraindications
- High intakes of raw cruciferous may interfere with iodine absorption in iodine-deficient individuals
Products containing Organic Broccoli Sprout
Top-scoring supplements in our catalog that list Organic Broccoli Sprout on the label. Each product is graded on Formulate's ingredient-level rubric — dose accuracy, form, transparency, and third-party testing.
Evidence notes
Good evidence for phase II enzyme induction and antioxidant support, particularly when containing active myrosinase for sulforaphane generation. Human trials are limited but mechanisms well-characterized.
Grade B: Some human trials support key claims; further confirmation needed.
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