Sulforaphane is a sulfur-rich compound found in vegetables like broccoli, bok choy, kale and cabbage. They form part of the cruciferous vegetable family and provide powerful health benefits. They play an important role in detoxification, gives ant-inflammatory support, has anti-cancer properties and are anti-microbial, to name a view benefits.
Sulfuraphane needs to be activated to be of benefit. When cutting and chewing these vegetables, a very important enzyme within the vegetable cells are released. This enzyme plays a key role in the activation of sulfuraphane. During the normal cooking process of these vegetables, this important enzyme gets lost and sulfuraphane is not activated. Therefor cooking these vegetables lowers this health benefit.
Provided you need additional detoxification support, this means you’ll have to eat these vegetables RAW!
Alternatively, sulfuraphane can be found as a supplement. It is usually recommended after genetic testing when a person’s detoxification system needs support. We always believe in food first, but sometimes, ensuring 2-3 portions of raw cruciferous vegetables a day is not manageable. This is when we recommend sulfuraphane as supplement.
Various brands are available on the market.
Another alternative to raw cruciferous vegetables for the health benefit of detoxification, is the use of broccoli or kale microgreens. Contact us or visit our online shop for more information.
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