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The article explores the truth to the claim on the health-giving properties of superfoods or whether they are just marketing gimmicks. Topics covered include the lack of reliable, long-term studies that superfoods are beneficial for health and well-being in humans, the claims of individual superfoods, such as goji berries, beetroot juice and powdered baobab, and the difficulty of figuring out what superfood compounds like glucosinolates or anthocyanins do inside the human body.

A recent study conducted by researchers at the Slovak University of Technology in Bratislava, Slovakia, focused on the antimicrobial effects of myrosinase hydrolysis products derived from glucosinolates isolated from Lepidium draba, a perennial plant. Glucosinolates are converted into active compounds, such as isothiocyanates, through myrosinase hydrolysis. The researchers developed a chromatographic procedure to isolate and purify glucosinolates from the plant and extracted myrosinase from the seeds of Lepidium sativum. The study found that the hydrolysis products exhibited antimicrobial effects against various microorganisms, suggesting potential applications in the food and pharmaceutical industries. [Extracted from the article]

A study conducted in Beltsville, Maryland has developed a new method for determining the levels of glucosinolates (GLSs) in Brassicaceae plants. GLSs are sulfur-containing compounds that have important roles in plant resistance and human health. The study proposes a fast and simple solid phase extraction (SPE) method using a commercially available cartridge, which is more efficient and allows for larger sample sizes and reduced analysis time. The method was found to be comparable to the ISO method in terms of quantification and offers improved repeatability and accuracy. For more information, readers can refer to the journal article published in Foods. [Extracted from the article]

A new study conducted by researchers at the University of Tras-os-Montes and Alto Douro in Portugal has found that broccoli leaves, which are typically discarded during harvesting, contain health-promoting compounds called isothiocyanates. The study involved feeding mice with powdered broccoli leaf flour and analyzing the presence of glucosinolates and isothiocyanates in various biological samples. The results showed that these compounds were absorbed into the bloodstream and were bioavailable after ingestion. This research provides valuable insights into the potential use of broccoli leaves as a source of nutraceuticals. [Extracted from the article]

Maca (Lepidium meyenii , synonym L. peruvianum) was analyzed using a systematic approach employing principal component analysis of flow injection mass spectrometry fingerprints (no chromatographic separation) to guide the selection of samples for metabolite profiling and DNA next generation sequencing. Samples consisted of 39 commercial maca supplements from 11 manufacturers, 31 unprocessed maca tubers grown in Peru and China, and a historic non-tuber maca sample from Peru. Principal component analysis of flow injection mass spectrometry fingerprints initially placed all the maca samples in three classes with similar chemical composition: commercial maca samples, tubers grown in Peru, and tubers grown in China. Metabolite profiling identified 67 compounds in the negative mode and 51 compounds in the positive mode. Compounds identified by metabolite profiling (macamides, glucosinolates, amino acids, fatty acids, polyunsaturated fatty acids, saccharides, imidazoles) were then used to identify ions in the flow injection mass spectrometry fingerprints. The tuber fingerprints were analyzed by factorial multivariate analysis of variance revealing that black, red, and yellow maca from Peru and black and yellow maca from China were compositionally different with respect to color and country. Critical ions were identified that allowed for the differentiation of maca between colors from the same country or between two countries with the same color. Genetically, all samples were confirmed to be L. meyenii based on next generation sequencing at three gene regions (ITS2, psbA , and trnL) and comparison to recorded sequences of vouchered standards. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

A patent has been issued to Church & Dwight Co. Inc. for compositions and methods to increase the production of isothiocyanates. Glucosinolates, found in cruciferous plants like broccoli and cabbage, have health benefits but are poorly absorbed by the body. The patent describes using specific bacterial strains to convert glucosinolates into isothiocyanates, which have chemoprotective and anti-inflammatory effects. The compositions can be administered to increase isothiocyanate production, gene expression, and treat inflammatory disorders or cancer. [Extracted from the article]

In conclusion, although high Sb concentrations are toxic, low Sb concentrations can promote biomass and bioactive compound accumulation in Brassica spp." Keywords: Antimony; Applied Botany and Food Quality; Glucosinolates; Heavy Metals; Life Sciences; Thioglucosides EN Antimony Applied Botany and Food Quality Glucosinolates Heavy Metals Life Sciences Thioglucosides 167 167 1 10/24/23 20231026 NES 231026 2023 OCT 26 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Food Weekly News -- Investigators publish new report on applied botany and food quality. [Extracted from the article]

Keywords: Chemicals; Glucosinolates; Health and Medicine; Inflammation; Nitric Oxide; Thioglucosides EN Chemicals Glucosinolates Health and Medicine Inflammation Nitric Oxide Thioglucosides 1138 1138 1 09/19/23 20230922 NES 230922 2023 SEP 22 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Genomics & Genetics Weekly -- Fresh data on agriculture are presented in a new report. Chemicals, Glucosinolates, Health and Medicine, Inflammation, Nitric Oxide, Thioglucosides The purpose of the present study is to assess the capacity of HGSL DHLs to mitigate oxidative stress and inflammation in lipopolysaccharide (LPS)-stimulated RAW264.7 cells, compared to pak choi as a parental control. [Extracted from the article]

WBJ treatment significantly reduced body fat, dyslipidemia, hepatic steatosis, liver injury, and inflammation; WBJ treatment also reversed the antioxidant enzyme activity to attenuate oxidative stress in HFD-fed rat liver. This study aims to investigate whether whole-plant Brassica juncea (WBJ) and its glucosinolates extracts (BGE) have hepatoprotective effects against a high-fat diet (HFD)-induced NAFLD and further explore the mechanism underlying this process in vivo and in vitro. [Extracted from the article]

Keywords: Chronic Disease; Disease Attributes; Glucosinolates; Health and Medicine; Risk and Prevention; Thioglucosides EN Chronic Disease Disease Attributes Glucosinolates Health and Medicine Risk and Prevention Thioglucosides 5961 5961 1 09/11/23 20230915 NES 230915 2023 SEP 15 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Health & Medicine Week -- Investigators publish new report on chronic disease. Chronic Disease, Disease Attributes, Glucosinolates, Health and Medicine, Risk and Prevention, Thioglucosides Our news editors obtained a quote from the research from Northwest A&F University: " capitata) is an excellent source of glucosinolates (GLS) that could reduce the risk of chronic diseases. [Extracted from the article]

The article focuses on discovery of botanists on supperfood Brussel sprouts packed with glucosinolate creating aroma and bitter flavor.

Alzheimer Disease, Brain Diseases and Conditions, Central Nervous System Diseases and Conditions, Dementia, Epidemiology, Glucosinolates, Health and Medicine, Isocyanates, Isothiocyanates, Neurodegenerative Diseases and Conditions, Risk and Prevention, Sulfur Compounds, Tauopathies, Thioglucosides Keywords: Alzheimer Disease; Brain Diseases and Conditions; Central Nervous System Diseases and Conditions; Dementia; Epidemiology; Glucosinolates; Health and Medicine; Isocyanates; Isothiocyanates; Neurodegenerative Diseases and Conditions; Risk and Prevention; Sulfur Compounds; Tauopathies; Thioglucosides EN Alzheimer Disease Brain Diseases and Conditions Central Nervous System Diseases and Conditions Dementia Epidemiology Glucosinolates Health and Medicine Isocyanates Isothiocyanates Neurodegenerative Diseases and Conditions Risk and Prevention Sulfur Compounds Tauopathies Thioglucosides 1259 1259 1 07/31/23 20230731 NES 230731 2023 JUL 31 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Clinical Trials Week -- Data detailed on Alzheimer disease have been presented. [Extracted from the article]

Food Research, Glucosinolates, Thioglucosides Keywords for this news article include: National Agrobiodivers Center, Jeonju, South Korea, Asia, Food Research, Glucosinolates, Thioglucosides. Keywords: Food Research; Glucosinolates; Thioglucosides EN Food Research Glucosinolates Thioglucosides 147 147 1 07/10/23 20230713 NES 230713 2023 JUL 13 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Food Weekly News -- New study results on food research have been published. [Extracted from the article]

Keywords: Maringa; Brazil; South America; Life Science; Alcohols; Ethanol; Ethanolamines; Glucosinolates; Thioglucosides EN Maringa Brazil South America Life Science Alcohols Ethanol Ethanolamines Glucosinolates Thioglucosides 1929 1929 1 07/10/23 20230714 NES 230714 2023 JUL 14 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Drug Week -- Current study results on Life Science have been published. Brazil, South America, Life Science, Alcohols, Ethanol, Ethanolamines, Glucosinolates, Thioglucosides, Maringa. [Extracted from the article]

Keywords: Food Research; Food Science; Glucosinolates; Thioglucosides EN Food Research Food Science Glucosinolates Thioglucosides 112 112 1 04/17/23 20230420 NES 230420 2023 APR 20 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Food Weekly News -- Researchers detail new data in food science. Keywords for this news article include: Henan Institute of Science and Technology, Xinxiang, People's Republic of China, Asia, Food Science, Food Research, Glucosinolates, Thioglucosides. [Extracted from the article]

For more information on this research see: Quantification and Diversity Analyses of Major Glucosinolates in Conserved Chinese Cabbage (Brassica rapa L. ssp. pekinensis) Germplasms. Keywords: Food Research; Glucosinolates; Thioglucosides EN Food Research Glucosinolates Thioglucosides 99 99 1 04/10/23 20230413 NES 230413 2023 APR 13 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Food Weekly News -- New research on food research is the subject of a new report. [Extracted from the article]

Keywords: Glucosinolates; Thioglucosides EN Glucosinolates Thioglucosides 1069 1069 1 04/03/23 20230403 NES 230403 2023 APR 3 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Clinical Trials Week -- New research on thioglucosides is the subject of a new report. Keywords for this news article include: Spanish National Research Council (CSIC), Murcia, Spain, Europe, Glucosinolates, Thioglucosides. [Extracted from the article]

Keywords: Food Science and Technology; Science EN Food Science and Technology Science 2023 MAR 2 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Food Weekly News -- New study results on food science and technology have been published. For more information on this research see: High molecular weight glucose homopolymer of broccoli (Brassica oleracea var. italica) stimulates both invertebrate and mammalian immune systems. [Extracted from the article]

Sulforaphane is an anticarcinogenic isothiocyanate derived from 4-methvlsulfinylbutyl glucosinolate (glucoraphanin), which is abundant in broccoli (Brassica oleráceo var. italico) florets. However, some breakdown products from alkenyl glucosinolates present in many broccoli cultivars, particularly oxazolidine-2-thione hydrolvzed from 2-(R)-hvdroxy-3-butenyl glucosinolate (progoitrin), have potentially harmful effects on human and animal health. The main objective of this study was to improve the glucoraphanin concentration in F1 hy brids by cross-breeding with inbred lines and doubled haploids. Glucoraphanin concentrations in 31 of the 61 F1, hybrids were significantly higher (P= 0.05) than that of the commercial cultivar (Youxiu) with the highest concentration of glucoraphanin (4.18 µmol·g-1 dry weight) among eight reference cultivars. Sixteen of the F1 hybrids had glucoraphanin concentrations 3-fold higher than that of 'Youxiu'. Alkenyl glucosinolates were not detected in the new hybrids as a result of the parents having few of these compounds but were found in five reference cultivars. Most F1, hybrids showed moderate indole glucosinolate concentrations and acceptable commercial traits. IL609 and IL702.2 were determined to be promising parental lines as a result of the high glucoraphanin concentration that they and their offspring contained. The findings also indicated that some F1 hybrids do not show the high-glucoraphanin character of their parents; consequently, evaluation of these F1 hybrids for their glucosinolate content is required for breeding high-glucoraphanin broccoli. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article discusses the impact of blue light on the concentrations of nutritional quality parameters of Sprouting Broccoli (Vegetable) microgreens and also compares fluorescent light with light-emitting diodes (LEDs). Topics discussed include growing microgreens at an air temperature of 24 celsius, harvesting of microgreens under the light treatment and shoot tissues, and simulating primary and secondary metabolite biosynthesis after contact to blue light wavelengths from LEDs.

Hydrogen sulfide is an endogenous pleiotropic gasotransmitter, which mediates important physiological effects in the human body. Accordingly, an impaired production of endogenous hydrogen sulfide contributes to the pathogenesis of important disorders. To date, exogenous compounds, acting as hydrogen sulfide-releasing agents, are viewed as promising pharmacotherapeutic agents. In a recent report, the hydrogen sulfide-releasing properties of some synthetic aryl isothiocyanate derivatives have been reported, indicating that the isothiocyanate function can be viewed as a suitable slow hydrogen sulfide-releasing moiety, endowed with the pharmacological potential typical of this gasotransmitter. Many isothiocyanate derivatives (deriving from a myro-sinase-mediated transformation of glucosinolates) are well-known secondary metabolites of plants belonging to the family Brassicaceae, a large botanical family comprising many edible species. The phytotherapeutic and nutraceutic usefulness of Brassicaceae in the prevention of important human diseases, such as cancer, neuro-degenerative processes and cardiovascular diseases has been widely discussed in the scientific literature. Although these effects have been largely attributed to isothiocyanates, the exact mechanism of action is still unknown. In this experimental work, we aimed to investigate the possible hydrogen sulfide-releasing capacity of some important natural isothiocyanates, studying it in vitro by amperometric detection. Some of the tested natural isothiocyanates exhibited significant hydrogen sulfide release, leading us to hypothesize that hydrogen sulfide may be, at least in part, a relevant player accounting for several biological effects of Brassicaceae. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Glucosinolates (GLSs) from a variety of Brassica oleracea, known locally as "mugnolo" and widely distributed in southern Italy, were studied. It was found that "mugnolo" inflorescences are characterized by the presence of the aliphatic GLSs glucoraphanin (1.79 μmol/g), glucoiberin, glucoerucin, and sinigrin, of the aromatic GLSs glucobarberin (0.56 μmol/g) and gluconasturtin, and of the indole GLSs glucobrassicin (3.51 μmol/g), neoglucobrassicin, 4-methoxyglucobrassicin, and 4- hydroxyglucobrassicin. Indole GLSs were predominant, while aliphatic and aromatic GLSwere found in lower quantities. Themetabolic profile of "mugnolo" leaves was also studied. It was found that 4-hydroxyglucobrassicin (0.13 μmol/g) and glucoraphanin (0.11 μmol/g) are the predominant GLSs. Vegetables of the Brassicaceae family are seldom consumed raw; therefore we also analyzed the GLS profile of "mugnolo" after cooking in water. The results showed variations in the GLSs content with a fall in concentration of 50%. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The glucosinolate profile of leaves and seeds of 33 Brassica napus L. crops, including leafy crops, forage, rutabaga, and oilseed crops, was compared by high-performance liquid chromatography to investigate the relation between the consumable product of each crop and the glucosinolate profile. Glucosinolate concentration was higher in seeds than in leaves, varying from 3.8-fold in oilseed crops to 7.1-fold in root vegetable crops. Aliphatic glucosinolates predominated in both organs. In seeds, aliphatic glucosinolates represented between 91% to 94% in the different groups, whereas in leaves there was more variation. For root vegetable crops, aliphatic glucosinolates represented 80% of the total glucosinolate concentration. For leafy and forage types, aliphatic glucosinolates represented approximately 90% and for oilseed crops represented 92%. Indole glucosinolates were more abundant in leaves (5% to 17%) than in seeds (5% to 8%). The total glucosinolate content in leaves ranged from 14 to 24 μmol·g-1 dry weight (DW) in oilseed and forage types, respectively, whereas in the seeds, it ranged from 55 to 115 μmol·g-1 DW in oilseed and forage types, respectively. Significant differences were noted among the four groups in glucosinolate concentration and glucosinolate composition. In the seeds, progoitrin was found as the main glucosinolate in all groups. In the leaves, two different glucosinolate profiles were found depending on the crop: forage and root vegetable crops showed high levels of progoitrin, whereas glucobrassicanapin was the main glucosinolate for oilseed and leafy crops. We suggest that different selection criteria applied on B. napus crops according to their use could have led to an indirect selection for glucosinolate profile in leaves. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The glucosinolate patterns in seeds of five Isatis tinctoria and two Isatis indigotica accessions were assessed with a recently developed and validated LC-MS assay for direct analysis of glucosinolates without prior desulfatation. Glucosinolate peaks were identified with in-source fragmentation and detection of the sulfate anion (m/z = 97), and by MS/MS experiments. The glucosinolate patterns of the seeds showed characteristic differences compared to leaves. Glucoisatisin and epiglucoisatisin were diagnostic of seed samples. Qualitative and quantitative differences in glucosinolate patterns between both Isatis species were found for seed samples, enabling a differentiation of the two medicinal plants at the level of seed material. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The glucosinolate patterns in seeds of five ISATIS TINCTORIA and two ISATIS INDIGOTICA accessions were assessed with a recently developed and validated LC-MS assay for direct analysis of glucosinolates without prior desulfatation. Glucosinolate peaks were identified with in-source fragmentation and detection of the sulfate anion ( M/Z?=?97), and by MS/MS experiments. The glucosinolate patterns of the seeds showed characteristic differences compared to leaves. Glucoisatisin and epiglucoisatisin were diagnostic of seed samples. Qualitative and quantitative differences in glucosinolate patterns between both ISATIS species were found for seed samples, enabling a differentiation of the two medicinal plants at the level of seed material. BPC:base peak chromatogram COX-2:cyclooxygenase-2 EIC:extracted ion chromatogram 5-LOX:5-lipoxygenase PLE:pressurized liquid extraction [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The seasonal fluctuation of glucosinolates in five defined ISATIS TINCTORIA and one ISATIS INDIGOTICA accessions (first year, rosette stage), grown on field plots under identical conditions, was investigated. Analysis of the intact glucosinolates was carried out with shock frozen, freeze dried leaf samples using a recently developed and validated PLE (pressurized liquid extraction) protocol and ion-pair HPLC coupled with ESI-MS in the negative mode. When comparing the two ISATIS species, significant qualitative and quantitative differences in the glucosinolate patterns were observed. Differences among the various ISATIS TINCTORIA accessions were much smaller. We studied the effects of repeated harvesting during the growth season on glucosinolate concentrations and found that repeated harvest did not have a major effect on glucosinolate concentrations of newly grown leaves. Glucosinolates could not be detected in woad leaves submitted to conventional drying. AFLP:amplified fragment length polymorphism BPC:base peak chromatogram COX2:cyclooxygenase 2 EIC:extracted ion chromatogram FW:"French woad" IS:internal standard JW:"Jenaer Waid" KW:"Kieler Waid" 5-LOX:5-lipoxygenase PLE:pressurized liquid extraction SW:"Swiss woad" TW:"Th?ringer Waid" TCM:Traditional Chinese Medicine TLL:Agricultural Research Station of Thuringia [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Although plants are envisioned to play a central role in life support systems for future long-duration space travel, plant growth in space has been problematic due to horticultural problems of nutrient delivery and gas resupply posed by the weightless environment Iterative improvement in hardware designed for growth of plants on orbital platforms now provides confidence that plants can perform well in microgravity, enabling investigation of their nutritional characteristics. Plants of B. rapa (cv. Astroplants) were grown in the Biomass Production System on the International Space Station. Flowers were hand-pollinated and seeds were produced prior to harvest at 39 days after planting. The material was frozen or fixed while on orbit and subsequently analyzed in our laboratories. Gross measures of growth, leaf chlorophyll, starch and soluble carbohydrates confirmed comparable performance by the plants in spaceflight and ground control treatments. Analysis of glucosinolate production in the plant stems indicated that 3-butenylglucosinolate concentration was on average 75% greater in flight samples than in ground control samples. Similarly, the biochemical make-up of immature seeds produced during spaceflight and fixed or frozen while in orbit was significantly different from the ground controls. The immature seeds from the spaceflight treatment had higher concentrations of chlorophyll, starch, and soluble carbohydrates than the ground controls. Seed protein was significantly lower in the spaceflight material. Microscopy of immature seeds fixed in flight showed embryos to be at a range of developmental stages, while the ground control embryos had all reached the premature stage of development. Storage reserve deposition was more advanced in the ground control seeds. The spaceflight environment thus influences B. rapa metabolite production in ways that may affect flavor and nutritional quality of potential space produce. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Crops of the Brassicaceae contain glucosinolates(GSs), which when hydrolyzed by the enzyme myrosinase, generate products involved in cancer chemoprotection, plant defense, and plant-insect interactions. A rapid-cycling base population of B. oleracea L. was grown in a hydroponic system in a controlled environment to determine the roles of temperature, photosynthetic photon flux (PPF), and photoperiod in GS concentration and myrosinase activity. The concentration of total GSs in leaves was 44% and 114% higher at 12 and 32 °C respectively than at 22 °C under constant light of 300 pmol·m-2·s-1. The concentration of glucoraphanin, the precursor to sulforaphane, a compound with chemoprotective properties, was 5-fold higher at 32 than at 22 °C. Total GSs were ≈50% lower in roots at 12 °C and 32 than at 22 °C. Total GSs in leaves decreased 20% when PPF was increased from 200 to 400 pmol·m-2·s-1. Myrosinase activity on a fresh weight basis (activity-FW) was ≈30% higher in leaves and stems at 12 and 32 °C than at 22 °C, and ≈30% higher in leaves grown at 200 and 400 µmol·m-2·s-1 than at 300 pmol·m·2.s-1. Consideration of climatic factors that influence the glucosinolate-myrosinase system may be necessary to optimize the planting and cultivation of Brassica crops for maximum health benefits. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article discusses a study by Janet Braam of Rice University in Texas, and colleagues in a 2013 issue of the journal "Current Biology" that found maintaining the circadian rhythms of picked cabbages preserved their anti-cancer properties, specifically the glucosinolate 4MSO.

The article focuses on the launch of the Booster Broccoli&TM; under the Vital Vegetables project of Australia and New Zealand. It is said that Vital Vegetable scientists used traditional plant breeding techniques and specific growing conditions to increase the antioxidant content of the broccoli by 40% than other Australian varieties without affecting its taste. The broccoli contains higher amount of glucosinolates and sulforaphane. It attributes its higher antioxidant level to less pesticide and fertiliser used in growing the vegetable.

B Using Elevated CO2 to Enhance the Nutritive Value of Alfalfa Sprouts b B Paper Reviewed b Almuhayawi, M.S. Hassan, A.H.A. Al Jaouni, S.K. Alkhalifah, D.H.M. Hozzein, W.N. Selim, S. AbdElgawad, H. and Khamis, G. 2021. It was little surprise that enriching the air with CO2 significantly increased the photosynthesis and growth (fresh weight) of all cultivars compared to ambient CO2 conditions. [Extracted from the article]

The article offers some tips on how to prepare healthy meals for Thanksgiving Day in the U.S. It suggests to try new dishes with fruits and vegetables such as Brussel sprouts, cranberries, and potatoes. It notes that these agricultural products are rich in vitamins A and C, folate and glucosinolates.

The article focuses on the Brassicaceae family of plants, commonly known as the brassica or mustard family. The large group of plants includes vegetables, medicinal herbs and ornamental plants. These plants can withstand cool temperatures. Plants from the Brassica family have health-promoting properties because they contained necessary vitamins and minerals, such as phytonutrients and glucosinolates.

The article offers information on the health benefits of broccoli sprouts which contain glucosinolate associated with a lower risk of developing cancer. Topics discussed include protection against throat, bladder and skin cancer in mice through broccoli sprout extracts, detoxifying benefits of broccoli sprouts for respiratory health, and potential treatment for the gut infection Helicobacter pylori through broccoli sprouts.

The article highlights the health benefits of leafy greens which are rich in nutrients but low in calories. It cites the nutritional value of greens as sources of vitamin A, C and K, antioxidants, calcium, iron, and fiber. It also mentions the glucosinolates or sulfur-containing chemicals found in cruciferous vegetables like cabbage, broccoli, and kale, the protective effect of compounds like indoles and isothiocyanates against cancer, and tips on how to add leafy greens in regular diet.

The article focuses on the therapeutic effects of cruciferous vegetables, which include cauliflower, cabbage and broccoli. It mentions that cruciferous plants are rich sources of sulfur-containing compounds and glucosinolates that are good in the prevention of cancer. According to Jackie Topol, a dietician at Weill Cornell Medical Center, chewing the said kind of vegetables releases myrosinase, an enzyme that breaks down glucosinolates into biologically active compounds.

The article offers information on food that prevents cancer. It mentions that pecans contains ellagic acid that inhibits cancer cell growth while cruciferous vegetables contain glucosinolates that starts production of toxin-clearing enzymes. It mentions a study which reveals that women who eat large quantities of red meat are at higher risk of breast cancer. INSET: RED MEAT Alert.

The article offers information on moringa, a natural vegetarian food containing a healthy mix of nutrients. It is noted that moringa can be used like a herb as a wonderful hot or cold tea, with a full flavor, rich in antioxidants and without caffeine. It contains several groups of secondary plant metabolites, glucosinolates, polyphenols of the groups of flavonoids and phenolic acids besides proteins, minerals and vitamins.

The article reports on research published in the June 20, 2013 issue of "Current Biology" by plant biologist Janet Braam and team on the circadian rhythms of harvested vegetables and fruits stored in refrigerators. The researchers found that cabbages exposed to light and dark cycles were less likely to be eaten by caterpillars than those stored in all-light or all-dark environments, due to the production of the insect-repellent nutrient glucosinolate.

The article reports on a study which shows that vegetables such as cabbage can respond to the environment after being removed from the ground. Researchers bought cabbages from supermarket, which were exposed to light and dark, in which those that were on day/night cycle created more glucosinolates. It adds that the organic compounds in the crops help prevent pests.

The article offers information on the association of cruciferous vegetables with lower risk of lung and colorectal cancer. As mentioned, cruciferous vegetables are rich source of glucosinolates, specifically sulforaphane. It is also reported that these compounds are also safe and inhibits histone deacetylase (HDAC) enzymes. Some common cruciferous vegetables are also mentioned which includes broccoli, Brussels sprouts and turnips. INSET: THE CRUCIFEROUS COLLECTION.

The article offers information on a pungent herb called watercress. According to the author, watercress has unique flavor and healthful benefits. She set watercress along the edge of a stream which meanders along the edge of a meadow. A member of the mustard family, watercress is native to Europe and Asia. It contains glucosinolates which can protect the body from cancers and other diseases caused by cigarette smoke and other air pollutants.

The article offers suggestions on how to properly cook the cabbage in a healthy way, and discusses reasons not to boil the cabbage. Based on studies, boiling the cabbage cited to remove nearly all of its glucosinolates, considered as anticancer properties. It also differentiates the health benefits of cabbage when it is raw, steamed, and sauteed.

The article reports on the study which examines the significance of cooking oil on the nutritional value of broccoli. According to the study, it is found that cooking oil can affect the nutritional value of broccoli by lessening the vitamin C, polyphenol and glucosinolate levels. Moreover, it is noted that peanut oil will preserve the polyphenol content of broccoli, while extra virgin olive, peanut soy, and safflower oils can keep the high level of glucosinolate.

The article offers information about Kale, a leafy cabbage and a member of the cruciferous family. It states that Kale comes in various shapes and colors. It packs a multi-nutritional punch by furnishing cancer-fighting phytonutrients like isothiocyanates and glucosinolates. A research found that isothiocyanates are especially effective at stopping the growth of human prostate cancer cells.

The article reports that researchers at the University of Warwick in England recommends stir-frying, steaming or microwaving broccoli. Boiling broccoli, brussels sprouts, cauliflower, green cabbage and other vegetables high in anticancer compounds called glucosinolates decreased the amount of these health promoters by as much as 77 percent.