Metabolic Fate of Dietary Glucosinolates and Their Metabolites: A Role for the Microbiome

Robust evidence shows that phytochemicals from cruciferous vegetables, like broccoli, are associated with numerous health benefits. The anti-cancer properties of these foods are attributed to bioactive isothiocyanates (ITCs) and indoles, phytochemicals generated from biological precursor compounds c...

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Main Authors: John A. Bouranis, Laura M. Beaver, Emily Ho
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Frontiers Media S.A. 2021-09-01
Series:Frontiers in Nutrition
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Online Access:https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fnut.2021.748433/full