Broccoli Sprouts

Question 1

What are the key sulphur compounds in broccoli sprouts?

Answer 1

Glucosinolates, which produce sulforaphane and indole-3-carbinol (I3C).

Question 2

How do broccoli sprouts support hormone balance?

Answer 2

I3C supports phase II liver detoxification, helping deactivate excess oestrogen — useful in oestrogen dominance (e.g. endometriosis, fibroids, breast/ovarian cancer).

Question 3

What is sulforaphane known for?

Answer 3

Induces phase II detoxification enzymes, anti-inflammatory effects (via NF-kB and TNF-α inhibition), and anti-cancer properties (activating tumour-suppressing genes like p21).
Increasing antioxidant defense - inhibiting angiogenesis.

Question 4

How do broccoli sprouts aid liver health?

Answer 4

They boost phase II detox enzymes and downregulate phase I enzymes, helping eliminate harmful compounds.

Question 5

How do broccoli sprouts benefit cardiovascular health?

Answer 5

Reduce inflammation and oxidative stress, lower LDL and raise HDL.

Question 6

What respiratory benefits do broccoli sprouts provide?

Answer 6

Help detoxify pollutants (like diesel fumes) and reduce upper airway inflammation.

Question 7

How do broccoli sprouts affect H. pylori infection?

Answer 7

May help eradicate the bacteria, protecting the gastric lining and lowering gastric cancer risk.

Question 8

What is the recommended amount of broccoli sprouts for oestrogen dominance?

Answer 8

Up to 50g daily or consider supplementing with I3C.

Question 9

What are the benefits and clinical applications of broccoli sprouts?

Answer 9

1. Cardiovascular disease.
2. Respiratory health.
3. Helicobacter pylori infection - helping eradicate H. pylori infection.