Wizard of Vitamins

Indole-3-Carbinol Vitamin

What is Indole-3-Carbinol?

Indole-3-carbinol is one of the major anticancer substances found in cruciferous (cabbage family) vegetables. It is a member of the class of sulfur-containing chemicals called glucosinolates. It is formed from parent compounds whenever cruciferous vegetables are crushed or cooked.

Indole-3-Carbinol in Diets

Indole-3-carbinol is found in highest concentrations in broccoli, but is also found in other cruciferous vegetables, such as cauliflower, cabbage, and kale.

Indole-3-Carbinol Medicinal Treatments

Cancer prevention (cervical cancer)

Known Consequences of Indole-3-Carbinol Deficiency

As indole-3-carbinol is not an essential nutrient, no deficiency state exists.

Indole-3-Carbinol Recommended Dosages

Based upon preliminary studies it is estimated that the minimum amount required for the prevention of breast cancer is 300 to 400 mg daily.

Indole-3-Carbinol Side Effects

No side effects from indole-3-carbinol have been reported. At the time of writing, there were no well-known drug interactions with indole-3-carbinol.