{"id":36473,"date":"2026-05-05T19:54:19","date_gmt":"2026-05-05T18:54:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/?p=36473"},"modified":"2026-05-05T20:01:13","modified_gmt":"2026-05-05T19:01:13","slug":"sulforaphane","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/en\/sulforaphane\/","title":{"rendered":"Sulforaphane and cancer"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull is-style-section-5 has-contrast-color has-base-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-39732566df98d9c6f20f95619502bb54 has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained is-style-section-5--2\" id=\"menu\" style=\"margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignwide is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-ca2dd60b wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow 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loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"650\" height=\"650\" src=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/bSulforaphane.jpg\" alt=\"Sulforaphane symboliseret ved gr\u00f8nt pilleglas fra Swanson med teksten Sulforaphane from Broccoli Sprout Extract, Antioxidant and detox support.\" class=\"wp-image-36472\" style=\"aspect-ratio:3\/2;object-fit:cover;width:550px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/bSulforaphane.jpg 650w, https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/bSulforaphane-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/bSulforaphane-100x100.jpg 100w, https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/bSulforaphane-600x600.jpg 600w, https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/bSulforaphane-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull is-style-default has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-b040ace0 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained has-background\" style=\"margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--60);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--60);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);background-image:url(&apos;https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/bSulforaphane.jpg&apos;);background-position:44% 36%;background-size:cover;\">\n<div class=\"gb-element-906497af\">\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"sulforaphane\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sulforaphane_and_cancer\"><\/span>Sulforaphane and cancer<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is sulforaphane<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sulforaphane is a naturally occurring substance primarily found in cruciferous vegetables such as broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, Brussels sprouts, and broccoli sprouts. It belongs to a group of organic compounds called isothiocyanates, which have been shown to have a number of health-promoting properties. These have therefore received significant attention in recent years [1, 2, 4].<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These substances have a characteristic sharp taste, which we know from herbs such as horseradish and mustard. Their chemical structure contains a special group of atoms that give them their unique properties. Mustard is a good example, as it contains an isothiocyanate called allyl isothiocyanate, which contributes to mustard&#8217;s characteristic taste.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_sulforaphane_works\"><\/span>How sulforaphane works<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sulforaphane works by activating certain enzymes in the body that help neutralize harmful substances and reduce inflammation. These enzymes can protect cells from damage caused by free radicals and other toxins that can contribute to the development of chronic diseases, including cancer [2, 4].<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Sulforaphane and cancer<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One of the most studied properties of sulforaphane is its potential to prevent and combat cancer [2, 4].<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Research suggests that sulforaphane can:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Inhibit the growth of cancer cells<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sulforaphane can induce cell death in cancer cells and prevent them from spreading [5, 6, 7, 8, 9].<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Protect DNA<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The substance can help repair DNA damage, which is an important factor in cancer prevention [2, 4].<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Improve the effect of chemotherapy<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Studies have shown that sulforaphane can make other treatments more effective [2, 4].<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Reduce inflammation<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Chronic inflammation is associated with an increased risk of many types of cancer, and sulforaphane can help reduce this inflammation [2, 4].<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sulforaphane_as_complementary_treatment_for_cancer\"><\/span>Sulforaphane as complementary treatment for cancer<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Although the research is promising, it is important to emphasize that sulforaphane cannot stand alone as a cure for cancer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It should always be used as part of a comprehensive cancer treatment plan under competent guidance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Benefits_of_taking_sulforaphane\"><\/span>Benefits of taking sulforaphane<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Natural<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sulforaphane is found naturally in foods and is generally well tolerated [1].<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Multiple health benefits<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In addition to cancer prevention, sulforaphane may also have positive effects on cardiovascular health, brain function, and liver function [2, 4].<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_get_sulforaphane\"><\/span>How to get sulforaphane<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Eat cruciferous vegetables<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Including broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, Brussels sprouts, and broccoli sprouts in your diet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Increase sulforaphane content<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To increase the amount of sulforaphane in vegetables, you can chop or grate them and let them stand for 10-15 minutes before cooking. This gives the enzymes an opportunity to convert the naturally occurring substances into sulforaphane.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Dietary supplements<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Finally, sulforaphane can also be obtained as a dietary supplement. Capsules are a common form.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sulforaphane is a promising substance with potential to prevent and combat cancer. Although more research is needed, it is clear that a diet rich in cruciferous vegetables can be an important part of a healthy lifestyle [1, 2, 4].<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" id=\"sulforaphane\">Back to <a href=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/en\/supplements-alphabetically\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Supplements<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-custom-menu-links-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-9190cfe395c28e4d2ec89873338ddaa5 wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"#menu\">(to menu)<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/en\/supplements-alphabetically\/\"><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Links<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-custom-sort-tekst-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-d6b0783c0ce2c8bf40eb00a832109be1 wp-block-paragraph\">[1] <a href=\"https:\/\/jyllands-posten.dk\/livsstil\/familiesundhed\/article4393473.ece\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Denne m\u00e6ngde broccoli forebygger kr\u00e6ft<\/a> (Jyllands-Posten, 2010) <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Content: General article about how a certain amount of broccoli can prevent cancer. (Danish Language)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-custom-sort-tekst-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-0ff6f90de03fc6314eed46850bdbe9ed wp-block-paragraph\">[2] <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC9909961\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Sulforaphane: An emergent anti-cancer stem cell agent<\/a> (PubMed, 2023) <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Content: Review article examining sulforaphane as an emergent anti-cancer stem cell agent.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-custom-sort-tekst-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-4dac7427d953bf11fd47b3abe8aa715b wp-block-paragraph\">[3] <a href=\"https:\/\/www.naturli.dk\/artikel\/stof-fra-broccoli-haemmer-brystkraeft\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Stof fra broccoli kan h\u00e6mme brystkr\u00e6ft<\/a> (Naturli, 2017) <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Content: General article about how a substance from broccoli can inhibit breast cancer. (Danish Language)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-custom-sort-tekst-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-1de4eb0fb21e4264a27991e423de973a wp-block-paragraph\">[4] <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC10313060\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Anticancer properties of sulforaphane: current insights at the molecular level<\/a> (PubMed, 2023) <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Content: Review article examining the anti-cancer properties of sulforaphane at the molecular level.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-custom-sort-tekst-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-50cde770ad687c98939af1eb6ad79cf8 wp-block-paragraph\">[5] <a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/40157290\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Sulforaphane downregulates mitochondrial TIGAR via inhibiting mitochondrial transmembrane assembly and LONP1\/CASP3 axis causing apoptosis<\/a> (PubMed, 2025) <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Content: In vitro study showing that sulforaphane (SFN) combats non-small cell lung cancer by removing the harmful protein TIGAR from the cancer cells&#8217; &#8220;power plants&#8221; (mitochondria). SFN uses a dual mechanism that both blocks new TIGAR from entering and simultaneously promotes the destruction of what is already there, leading to cell death.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-custom-sort-tekst-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-4877b5c027cc53fc6fa80ceaf04edf32 wp-block-paragraph\">[6] <a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/40058183\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Exploring the broad-spectrum activity of carbohydrate-based Iberin analogues: From anticancer effect to antioxidant properties<\/a> (PubMed, 2025) <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Content: In vitro study showing that researchers have created new, potent substances against bladder cancer by coupling sugar molecules to the natural substance iberin (which is related to sulforaphane). The new compounds have a dual effect, as they both activate the body&#8217;s own antioxidant defense (via the Nrf2 signaling pathway) and directly inhibit a central cancer signaling pathway (STAT3).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-custom-sort-tekst-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-e55956c6799b4a8c0fb82b935e904b6f wp-block-paragraph\">[7] <a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/40426874\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Sulforaphane&#8217;s Role in Osteosarcoma Treatment: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Preclinical Studies<\/a> (PubMed, 2025) <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Content: In vitro review article highlighting promising laboratory experiments where sulforaphane (SFN) inhibits growth and promotes cell death in bone cancer (osteosarcoma). Based on this, researchers are now calling for clinical studies on humans to confirm the potential.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-custom-sort-tekst-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-a3aea4757942b8ceb0b4bdfff9ec9c84 wp-block-paragraph\">[8] <a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/39657365\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Targeting p62 by sulforaphane promotes autolysosomal degradation of SLC7A11, inducing ferroptosis for osteosarcoma treatment<\/a> (PubMed, 2025) <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Content: In vitro study showing that sulforaphane (SFN) from cruciferous vegetables kills bone cancer cells (osteosarcoma) by triggering a specific type of cell death called ferroptosis. The mechanism is that SFN causes the cancer cell to degrade one of its own central defense proteins (SLC7A1L1), making it vulnerable.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-custom-sort-tekst-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-3e45b1db110bbfa589cfee0b77efeb95 wp-block-paragraph\">[9] <a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/40013196\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Impact of Sulforaphane on Breast Cancer Progression and Radiation Therapy Outcomes: A Systematic Review<\/a> (PubMed, 2025) <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Content: In vitro systematic review article collecting 20 studies confirming that sulforaphane (SFN) is extremely effective against breast cancer. The substance works by inhibiting cancer cell growth and spread, promoting programmed cell death, and simultaneously protecting healthy cells during treatment.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-custom-sort-tekst-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-9155ecfdd2852ebf48cd4dcc09a2aa05 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Page created:<\/strong> July 27, 2024, Last revised June 9, 2025<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-custom-menu-links-color\">\u2764<\/mark><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><em>What you read on &#8220;Jeg har Kr\u00e6ft&#8221; is not a recommendation. 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B,. C,. D,. E+F,. G,. H,. I+J+K,. L,. M,. N,. O,. P,. Q,. R,. S,. T,. U+V+Z Sulforaphane and cancer What is sulforaphane Sulforaphane is a naturally occurring substance primarily found in cruciferous vegetables such as broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, Brussels sprouts, and broccoli sprouts. 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