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Podcast Notes Key Takeaways

• Bacterial myrosinases found in the human gut convert unhydrolyzed glucoraphanin to sulforaphane
• Clinical studies have linked the benefits of sulforaphane to a variety of chronic diseases such as autism, aflatoxin toxicity, cancer, air pollution toxicity, cardiovascular disease, diabetes – and much more
• Supplementing with sulforaphane helps restore glutathione (body’s potent, endogenous detoxifier) levels in the brain
• All cruciferous vegetables are isothiocyanates but not all contain sulforaphane
• Broccoli sprouts are the most efficient way to consume sulforaphane
• Moringa leaf powder is a great alternative to broccoli sprouts – use in smoothies, iced tea, hot tea

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In this special two-hour Q&A episode with Dr. Jed Fahey, a world-leading expert on the science of chemoprotection and, in particular, sulforaphane, we discuss many of the listener-submitted questions from the hundreds of live event participants.

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Listen to learn Dr. Fahey's thoughts on…

• 00:07:19 - The minimum daily dose of sulforaphane that elicits beneficial health effects
• 00:12:04 - Why gauging the amount of sulforaphane in foods presents challenges
• 00:17:37 - Workarounds to enhance the sulforaphane in cooked foods
• 00:23:38 - How often to consume broccoli sprouts and how long their effects last
• 00:39:28 - The effects of sulforaphane on glutathione production in the brain
• 00:43:12 - The effects of sulforaphane on cancer
• 01:17:26 - Alternatives to sprouts, such as supplements (and which ones Dr. Fahey recommends)
• 01:33:08 - Safety concerns regarding sulforaphane

In this episode, Dr. Fahey mentions the following companies, websites, and supplements:

• Brassica Protection Products
• Cullman Chemoprotection Center
• Crucera SGS® (Thorne)
• Oncoplex® (Xymogen)
• Avmacol®
• Vision Defense® (Swanson)
• MaxN-Fuze®
• MitoCORE® (Ortho Molecular Products)

Extra resources

Learn how to sprout at home safely by downloading the 15-page sprouting guide developed with Dr. Fahey.

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