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Broccoli Sprout Extract 1000 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Best Naturals

Capsule Category: Botanical
Most serious interaction: Moderate
The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Moderate

Broccoli Sprout Extract 1000 mg is a dietary supplement by Best Naturals with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for general nutrition and antioxidant support, heart and digestive health, detoxification support.Based on those ingredients, 723 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Broccoli. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Broccoli Sprout Extract 1000 mg by Best Naturals

Our pharmacy team’s full take, with four database checks built into the cards below — a summary of what is known, not a grade of the product itself.

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What’s inside

Low disclosure
Ingredient Transparency · database check
Low

Most active ingredients don't disclose an individual amount — you can't tell how much of each you're getting.

Why this rating?
  • The label discloses an exact amount for 0 of its 2 active ingredients.
  • “Broccoli” is listed as a grouped ingredient — the label gives one combined amount (1,000 mg) without saying how much of each component you get.

This product contains 2 active ingredients: sulforaphane and glucosinolates, both naturally occurring compounds found in broccoli sprouts. Sulforaphane is the compound that gives broccoli and cruciferous vegetables their characteristic bite and is the primary researched ingredient in broccoli sprout supplements.

The product also contains inactive ingredients — gelatin, silica, and vegetable stearate — which are the capsule, anti-caking agent, and flow agent that help form and stabilize the supplement.

Does it work?

Moderate evidence
Evidence for Intended Use · database check
By FDA rules, dietary supplements can’t claim to treat, cure, or prevent disease — so labels speak in careful marketing language. We discern each product’s intended use from its name, label claims, and label statements, then grade the clinical evidence for that use. How these ratings are computed

This product doesn't appear to be marketed for a specific use, so we graded Sulforaphane's overall clinical evidence instead.

Moderate

Some clinical evidence supports Sulforaphane for:

Why this rating?
  • We looked at the product name, claims, and label statements and couldn't find a stated purpose to grade.
  • Since the label doesn't commit to one use, we graded the ingredient's overall clinical evidence instead.
  • On file: Prostate cancer — rated "Possibly Effective" (Natural Medicines).

The evidence for sulforaphane is mixed and limited. It's rated possibly effective for prostate cancer based on available research.

For Helicobacter pylori (a stomach bacterium linked to ulcers), it's rated possibly ineffective. For allergic rhinitis (hay fever), asthma, and cancer broadly, the evidence we hold is insufficient to rate how well it works.

If you're considering this for a specific health goal, your doctor or pharmacist can point you to the latest research.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Broccoli Sulforaphane

How safe is it?

Well-documented data
Safety Information · database check
Well characterized

Adverse-effect, pregnancy, and general safety data are on file for most of these ingredients.

Why this rating?
  • We hold adverse-effect (side-effect) data for 1 of the 1 matched ingredient.
  • Pregnancy & breastfeeding safety ratings cover 1 of 1.
  • General safety write-ups exist for 1 of 1.
  • Remember: this measures how much safety information exists. Thin data is not the same as being safe.

Sulforaphane from food is considered safe, but concentrated supplements like this one are less studied for long-term use. Most people tolerate it well by mouth, though some trial participants experienced bowel discomfort, heartburn, stomach upset, vomiting, or headache.

A small number of trial participants reported insomnia and irritability. In clinical studies, a small number of males with autism experienced seizures after starting sulforaphane, and one person with a recent seizure history had another seizure after taking it for 3 weeks.

Additionally, some trial participants gained extra weight — males aged 13–27 gained about 4 pounds on average over 18 weeks compared with those on placebo. For pregnancy, safety data advises against concentrated supplements — stick to normal food amounts instead.

For breastfeeding, there isn't enough information on supplement-level doses, so use caution and prefer dietary amounts. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist about your individual situation.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Broccoli Sulforaphane

Meds to double-check

Moderate interaction found
Known Interaction Concern · database check
Moderate identified

The most serious documented interaction for these ingredients is Moderate. Check your medications for a personalized result.

Why this rating?
  • 1 of the 1 matched ingredient can interact with medications — Sulforaphane.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • For scale: 723 individual medications appear in the full list. A big number alone doesn't make a product dangerous — what matters is whether YOUR medication is on it, so run yours through the interaction checker on this page.

Before taking this product, have your pharmacist or doctor check whether you take any drugs that depend on the CYP3A4, CYP1A2, or CYP2E1 liver enzymes to be broken down (Moderate severity interactions). These are common in heart, blood pressure, cholesterol, and psychiatric medications, among others.

The supplement may increase or decrease how quickly your body clears them, changing how well they work.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFormula with limited ingredient disclosure with some supporting evidence behind its ingredients' uses. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

Broccoli Sprout Extract may be worth considering if you're interested in sulforaphane's research for prostate health, but the evidence is still developing. The main concern is that it may interact with many common medications by altering how your liver breaks them down.

If you take any prescription drugs, especially those metabolized by CYP3A4, CYP1A2, or CYP2E1 enzymes, check your exact medications with your pharmacist or doctor before starting — don't begin this supplement on your own.

Educational only — not medical advice; always confirm with your pharmacist. Our editorial policy · How we use AI

Assessment coverage: 1 of 2 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Jul 21, 2022.

This Scorecard evaluates available label information, ingredient evidence, and known medication-safety considerations. It does not independently verify product identity, purity, potency, contamination, or manufacturing quality. How these ratings are computed

At a glance

General information

Key facts about Broccoli Sprout Extract 1000 mg, straight from the product label.

Brand Best Naturals
Barcode (UPC) 817716013831
Net contents 120 Capsule(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Jul 21, 2022
DSLD ID 269371
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Capsule
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Sugar Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Broccoli Sprout Extract 1000 mg by Best Naturals, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.

Supplement Facts

Daily Value (DV) Target Group(s):
Adults and children 4 or more years of age
Minimum serving Sizes:
2 Capsule(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
2 Capsule(s)
Servings per container
120
UPC/BARCODE
817716013831
IngredientAmount% DV
Sulforaphane0 NP--
Glucosinolates0 NP--
Broccoli1000 mg--

Other ingredients: Gelatin, Silica, Vegetable Stearate

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Label statements
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Formula

A number of studies have shown that a diet rich in cruciferous vegetables such as broccoli, brussels sprouts, cabbage and cauliflower can be beneficial to your health. Researchers have isolated a key component of broccoli called sulforaphane, which may have many protective properties. Freshly germinated broccoli sprouts contain from 30 to 50 times the concentration of isothiocyanates as mature broccoli. Certain research publications indicate that Broccoli Sprout extract may help support the following: Supports healthy cell replication Supports healthy phase 2 detoxification

Broccoli Sprout Extract 1000 mg per serving

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested Use: As a dietary supplement, take two (2) capsules daily with food, or as directed by your qualified healthcare professional.

Precautions

Keep out of the reach of children.

Do not use if safety seal is broken or missing.

Caution: For adults only, if you are pregnant, nursing, taking any medications or have any medical condition, consult your doctor before use.

Discontinue use and consult your doctor if any adverse reactions occur.

Storage

Keep in cool, dry place.

FDA Disclaimer Statement

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

Seals/Symbols

Made in USA

GMP Good Manufacturing Practice Product

Formulation

Premium formula

3rd party lab tested

No artificial color, flavor or sweetener, no preservatives, no sugar, no starch, no corn, no soy, no egg, no lactose, no gluten, no wheat, no yeast. Sodium free.

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

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Broccoli Sprout Extract 1000 mg by Best Naturals label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Broccoli Sprout Extract 1000 mg by Best Naturals

This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.

Serving size2 Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container120 Amounts shown are per serving.

Broccoli

Interacts with
187 drugs
1000 mg per serving

Broccoli is a nutritious cruciferous vegetable rich in fiber, vitamins, and plant compounds like sulforaphane that have drawn scientific interest for...

Broccoli monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Gelatin, Silica, Vegetable Stearate. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Broccoli Sprout Extract 1000 mg by Best Naturals Drug Interactions

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723 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Broccoli 187

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Broccoli Sprout Extract 1000 mg with known interactions, here are the types of medications it can affect. Open any type for the detail — or search your exact drug in the checker above.

Broccoli2 drug types · 187 drugs

Cytochrome P450 1A2 (Cyp1A2) Substrates

Theoretically, broccoli might reduce the levels and effects of drugs metabolized by CYP1A2.
Pharmacokinetic research in humans shows that eating 500 grams of fresh broccoli daily for 6-12 days can increase CYP1A2 activity by 10% to 200%. Induction of CYP1A2 activity by broccoli is attributed to its glucosinolate constituents.

Likelihood Possible Evidence B
Cytochrome P450 2A6 (Cyp2A6) Substrates

Theoretically, broccoli might reduce the levels and effects of drugs metabolized by CYP2A6.
Pharmacokinetic research in humans shows that eating 500 grams of broccoli daily for 6 days increases CYP2A6 activity by 135% to 550%. Induction of CYP2A6 activity is attributed to its glucosinolate constituents.

Likelihood Possible Evidence B
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Broccoli Sprout Extract 1000 mg, from the product label.

Best Naturals

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Name
Best Naturals
Street Address
PO Box 394
City
Kenilworth
State
NJ
ZipCode
07033
Phone Number
1-877-659-6004
Web Address
www.shopbestnaturals.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Broccoli Sprout Extract 1000 mg by Best Naturals: Common Questions

Does Broccoli Sprout Extract 1000 mg by Best Naturals interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Broccoli Sprout Extract 1000 mg has a known interaction with 723 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Broccoli Sprout Extract 1000 mg contains a single active ingredient, and that one ingredient can interact with many different medications on its own. We check it against each medication and show the mechanism responsible.
Where does this information come from?
The product label data comes from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database (DSLD); the interaction data is built on the Natural Medicines database and reviewed by HelloPharmacist pharmacists.
Can I take this if I'm pregnant or breastfeeding?
For pregnancy, the safety data advises against concentrated sulforaphane supplements — stick to eating broccoli and other vegetables instead. For breastfeeding, there isn't enough information on supplement doses, so it's safer to rely on dietary amounts and talk with your doctor or pharmacist about what's right for you.
What are glucosinolates and sulforaphane?
Both are natural compounds found in broccoli sprouts. Sulforaphane is the one that gives the sprouts their peppery bite and is the ingredient most studied in research. Glucosinolates are a broader class of compounds that include sulforaphane's precursor.
Does this really work for prostate cancer?
Sulforaphane is rated possibly effective for prostate cancer based on current research, but the evidence is still limited. For other conditions like hay fever or asthma, we don't have enough reliable data to know how well it works. Talk with your doctor about whether the research supports it for your situation.
What side effects might I notice?
Most people who take sulforaphane tolerate it well. Some trial participants reported stomach upset, heartburn, bowel discomfort, or vomiting. Headache, insomnia, irritability, and weight gain have also been reported in clinical studies. If you have a history of seizures, talk with your doctor first — a small number of people with autism or a recent seizure history experienced seizures after taking it.
Is this supplement safe to take long-term?
Sulforaphane from broccoli itself is considered safe in your diet. But concentrated supplements like this one haven't been studied as much for long-term use, so we're less certain about their safety over years.

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Sources & How We Checked

Broccoli Sprout Extract 1000 mg's label data comes from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database; the ingredient interaction data is from the Natural Medicines database, reviewed by our pharmacists.

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The 21 references behind this product’s interaction data

Every citation that drives the interaction findings for this product’s ingredients, from the evidence-graded Natural Medicines (TRC Healthcare) database. Open an ingredient to browse its citations — links open the study on PubMed or the publisher’s site.

Sulforaphane 16 references
  1. Park EJ, Pezzuto JM. Botanicals in cancer chemoprevention. Cancer Metastasis Rev 2002;21:231-55. PubMed
  2. Barcelo S, Mace K, Pfeifer AM, Chipman JK. Production of DNA strand breaks by N-nitrosodimethylamine and 2-amino-3-methylimidazo[4,5-f]quinoline in THLE cells expressing human CYP isoenzymes and inhibition by sulforaphane. Mutat Res 1998;402:111-20. PubMed
  3. Cipolla BG, Mandron E, Lefort JM, et al. Effect of sulforaphane in men with biochemical recurrence after radical prostatectomy. Cancer Prev Res (Phila). 2015;8(8):712-9. PubMed
  4. Fahey JW, Wade KL, Wehage SL, et al. Stabilized sulforaphane for clinical use: Phytochemical delivery efficiency. Mol Nutr Food Res. 2017 Apr;61(4). PubMed
  5. Alumkal JJ, Slottke R, Schwartzman J, et al. A phase II study of sulforaphane-rich broccoli sprout extracts in men with recurrent prostate cancer. Invest New Drugs. 2015;33(2):480-9. PubMed
  6. Heber D, Li Z, Garcia-Lloret M, et al. Sulforaphane-rich broccoli sprout extract attenuates nasal allergic response to diesel exhaust particles. Food Funct. 2014;5(1):35-41. PubMed
  7. Singh K, Connors SL, Macklin EA, et al. Sulforaphane treatment of autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Proc Natl Acad Sci U S A. 2014;111(43):15550-5. PubMed
  8. Wise RA, Holbrook JT, Criner G, et al. Lack of effect of oral sulforaphane administration on Nrf2 expression in COPD: A randomized, double-blind, placebo controlled trial. PLoS One. 2016;11(11):e0163716. PubMed
  9. Bent S, Lawton B, Warren T, et al. Identification of urinary metabolites that correlate with clinical improvements in children with autism treated with sulforaphane from broccoli. Mol Autism. 2018;9:35. PubMed
  10. Momtazmanesh S, Amirimoghaddam-Yazdi Z, Moghaddam HS, Mohammadi MR, Akhondzadeh S. Sulforaphane as an adjunctive treatment for irritability in children with autism spectrum disorder: A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical trial. Psychiatr PubMed
  11. Fimognari C, Lenzi M, Hrelia P. Interaction of the isothiocyanate sulforaphane with drug disposition and metabolism: pharmacological and toxicological implications. Curr Drug Metab. 2008;9(7):668-78. PubMed
  12. Chinnappan SM, George A, Evans M, Anthony J. Efficacy of Labisia pumila and Eurycoma longifolia standardised extracts on hot flushes, quality of life, hormone and lipid profile of peri-menopausal and menopausal women: a randomised, placebo-controlled stud
  13. Mahéo K, Morel F, Langouët S, et al. Inhibition of cytochromes P-450 and induction of glutathione S-transferases by sulforaphane in primary human and rat hepatocytes. Cancer Res. 1997;57(17):3649-52.
  14. Yoxall V, Kentish P, Coldham N, Kuhnert N, Sauer MJ, Ioannides C. Modulation of hepatic cytochromes P450 and phase II enzymes by dietary doses of sulforaphane in rats: Implications for its chemopreventive activity. Int J Cancer. 2005;117(3):356-62. PubMed
  15. Zimmerman AW, Singh K, Connors SL, et al. Randomized controlled trial of sulforaphane and metabolite discovery in children with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Mol Autism 2021;12(1):38.
  16. Yusin J, Wang V, Henning SM, et al. The effect of broccoli sprout extract on seasonal grass pollen-induced allergic rhinitis. Nutrients 2021;13(4):1337. PubMed

See these in context on the Sulforaphane monograph →

Broccoli 5 references
  1. Kristal AR, Lampe JW. Brassica vegetables and prostate cancer risk: a review of the epidemiological evidence. Nutr Cancer 2002;42:1-9. PubMed
  2. Chakrabarti A, Prais L, Foulds IS. Allergic contact dermatitis to broccoli. Br J Dermatol 2003;148:172-3. PubMed
  3. Hakooz, N. and Hamdan, I. Effects of dietary broccoli on human in vivo caffeine metabolism: a pilot study on a group of Jordanian volunteers. Curr Drug Metab 2007;8(1):9-15. PubMed
  4. Kall MA, Vang O, Clausen J. Effects of dietary broccoli on human drug metabolising activity. Cancer Lett. 1997;114(1-2):169-70. PubMed
  5. Bauman JE, Hsu CH, Centuori S, et al. Randomized Crossover Trial Evaluating Detoxification of Tobacco Carcinogens by Broccoli Seed and Sprout Extract in Current Smokers. Cancers (Basel). 2022;14(9):2129. Published 2022 Apr 24. PubMed

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