glucosinolates

The stockpiled defensive precursors in the cabbage family are called glucosinolates.

On Food and Cooking, The Science and Lore of the Kitchen Harold McGee 2004

The stockpiled defensive precursors in the cabbage family are called glucosinolates.

On Food and Cooking, The Science and Lore of the Kitchen Harold McGee 2004

The health benefits of these vegetables are largely attributed to phytochemicals called glucosinolates.

The Globe and Mail - Home RSS feed LESLIE BECK 2011

The health benefits of these vegetables are largely attributed to phytochemicals called glucosinolates.

The Globe and Mail - Home RSS feed LESLIE BECK 2011

Crucifers 'well known cancer-fighting properties are thought to result from their high levels of active phytochemicals called glucosinolates, which our bodies metabolize into powerful anti-carcinogens called isothiocyanates.

The World's Healthiest Foods 2010

The phytochemicals, natural plant chemicals called glucosinolates, may reduce cancer risk.

The Marietta Times 2010

Green vegetables -- particularly cruciferous vegetables like broccoli -- contain phytochemicals called glucosinolates that our bodies convert into bioactive substances called isothiocyanates.

AlterNet.org Main RSS Feed EcoSalon Stephanie Rogers 2010

Bok choy contains compounds called glucosinolates that have been found to inhibit thyroid function in animals.

NYT > Home Page By RONI CARYN RABIN 2010

Brussels sprouts 'stronger protective effects are thought to be due to the fact that this cruciferous vegetable contains 2-3 times the amount of phytonutrients called glucosinolates than are found in red cabbage.

The World's Healthiest Foods 2009

Crucifers 'well known cancer-fighting properties are thought to result from their high levels of active phytochemicals called glucosinolates, which our bodies metabolize into powerful anti-carcinogens called isothiocyanates.

The World's Healthiest Foods 2009