Formed when cruciferous vegetables are chopped or chewed, sulforaphane is one of the most intensively studied plant compounds in prevention research. Values are given as its glucoraphanin precursor.
What is Sulforaphane?
Sulforaphane is a dietary isothiocyanate that plays a critical role in activating the body’s own antioxidant defences. While many general diets overlook it, maintaining optimal levels of Sulforaphane is frequently tracked by people working to optimize their hs-CRP (inflammation).
Top Foods High in Sulforaphane
A data-driven breakdown of the foods with the highest concentration of Sulforaphane per 100 g.
| Food | Sulforaphane |
|---|---|
| Broccoli | 50 mg |
| Kale | 30 mg |
How Sulforaphane Impacts hs-CRP (inflammation)
Research links diets rich in Sulforaphane to changes in hs-CRP (inflammation). Diets naturally abundant in this compound often support lower hs-CRP (inflammation) markers by switching on the Nrf2 detoxification pathway.
Scientific references & clinical evidence
This guide is built on peer-reviewed research — verify the primary sources below.
Written by the Nutrition Encyclopedia team · medically reviewed by Dr. Sunaina Tariq, MBBS
Last updated 22 June 2026
How we source & verify data · Medical disclaimer
Nutrition values are approximations compiled from public food-composition databases (USDA FoodData Central) and are provided for educational purposes only — not medical advice.
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