Antioxidant
Sulforaphane
Also known as: Broccoli extract, Broccoli sprout extract, Glucoraphanin, Glucoraphanin (precursor)
B
Evidence
Potent Nrf2 activator from broccoli sprouts. Induces phase II detoxification and has anticancer properties.
Primary uses
- Detoxification
- Anticancer
- Nrf2 activation
- Inflammation
How it works
- Activates Nrf2 pathway
- Induces phase II detox enzymes
- NF-kB inhibitor
Dosage
- Typical range
- 10-50 mg sulforaphane or equivalent
- Timing
- Any time
- With food
- Optional
- Duration
- Safe long-term
- Special populations
- Detox, cancer prevention
Forms
- Broccoli sprout extract with myrosinase
- Stabilized sulforaphane
- Fresh sprouts
Safety
Common side effects
- Gas
- Bloating
Contraindications
- None
Evidence notes
Powerful Nrf2 activator
Grade B: Some human trials support key claims; further confirmation needed.
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