Indole 3 Carbinol Information and Properties
Indole-3-carbinol, abbreviated I3C and also known as indole-3-glucosinolate, is a derivative of glucosinolate glucobrassicin. Glucosinates are primarily found in cruciferous vegetables including cabbage, broccoli sprouts, brussels sprouts, cauliflower, bok choy, and kale.
Indole 3 Carbinol Health and Medicinal BenefitsIndole-3-carbinol and other glucosinolates (e.g., other indoles and isothiocyanates such as sulforaphane) are antioxidants that can stimulate natural detoxifying enzymes in the body. Indole-3-carbinol and similar glucosinolates are also believed to be responsible for the lowered risk of cancer in humans who consume regular amounts of broccoli and other cruciferous vegetables like cauliflower, cabbage, and kale.
Dosage and AdministrationBecause of indeterminate information and inconclusive data, some medical researchers recommend proceeding with caution when using indole-3-carbinol as a nutritional supplement. While its use has been documented in humans findings are only preliminary, but the results are promising.