Science Behind

Dalhousie Research indicates that GoMicro contains approximately 1.5 times more sulforaphane than mature broccoli.

Why Micro Broccoli?

Scientific research has shown that broccoli sprouts can contain 10 to 100 times higher levels of sulforaphane than mature broccoli. Sulforaphane is a naturally occurring plant compound that has been widely studied for its unique biological properties, particularly its role in supporting the body’s natural detox pathways. Because of this, broccoli microgreens have been a key focus in nutrition and health research for decades.

(Source: National Library of Medicine)

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Broccoli’s Cancer-Fighting Compounds: The Science Behind Your Health

Broccoli contains a group of naturally occurring plant compounds that have been widely studied for their role in supporting human health. Among them, sulforaphane is one of the most researched phytochemicals, known for activating the body’s natural detoxification and antioxidant systems.

(Source: Health Council Canada)

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Why Food as Medicine Starts with Micro Broccoli

“When you research anything today, what you should eat to avoid cancer, the No. 1 item is broccoli. After that, it’s micro broccoli because it comes in much higher doses, a higher content of sulforaphane.”— Gregg Curwin, Founder | The Chronicle Herald, Jan 12, 2026

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Anti-Inflammatory Effects and Chronic Disease Research

Subsequent studies in the 2000s revealed that sulforaphane plays a significant role in reducing inflammation by downregulating key inflammatory pathways, including NF-κB, COX-2, and pro-inflammatory cytokines. These findings expanded sulforaphane’s relevance beyond cancer prevention to broader applications in immune and metabolic health.

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Anticancer Activity of Sulforaphane: What the Science Shows

Sulforaphane as a bioactive compound in cancer prevention. Sulforaphane is a naturally occurring compound found in cruciferous vegetables such as broccoli. Extensive scientific research has shown that sulforaphane exerts anticancer and antioxidant effects by regulating key cellular pathways involved in cell cycle control, apoptosis, and oxidative stress response.

(Source: Anticancer Activity of Sulforaphane: The Epigenetic Mechanisms and the Nrf2 Signaling Pathway Published in Oxidative Medicine and Cellular Longevity, 2018)

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 “Over 3000 publications… and over 50 clinical trials examining sulforaphane’s effects.” (Source: Yagishita et al., 2019)

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  • One of the most extensively researched plant compounds in nutrition science
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 “Sulforaphane remains one of the most potent naturally occurring inducers yet discovered.” (Source: Yagishita et al., 2019)

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 “Activates Nrf2… inducing more than a hundred cytoprotective proteins.” (Source: Bai et al., 2015)

  • Activates your body’s master antioxidant pathway
  • Turns on over 100 protective genes
  • Supports your body’s natural detox and defense systems
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 “Regulating redox and inflammatory pathways, improving metabolic and cardiovascular outcomes…” (Source: Saito et al., 2025)

  • Supports whole-body health—from brain to heart
  • Clinically studied for inflammation, metabolism, and cellular protection
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 “Shown to be safe and nontoxic, with minimal/no side effects.” (Source: Su et al., 2018)

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 “Facilitates carcinogen metabolism… and promotes excretion.” (Source: Atwell et al., 2015)

  • Enhances your body’s natural detox pathways
  • Helps your body process and eliminate harmful compounds
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 “Beneficial effects… due to antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.” (Source: Bai et al., 2015)

  • Helps combat oxidative stress at the source
  • Supports inflammation balance
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 “High intake of cruciferous vegetables is correlated with a lower risk…” (Source: Su et al., 2018)

  • Linked to reduced risk of chronic disease
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