BroccoMax by Jarrow Formulas – Cellular Defense Broccoli Supplement
BroccoMax capsules by Jarrow Formulas are a vegan broccoli seed extract supplement that pairs a sulforaphane precursor with the enzyme needed to activate it. These delayed release veggie capsules provide 35 mg of sulforaphane glucosinolate per two-capsule serving, with myrosinase included in the proprietary blend.
The important distinction is between the precursor and the compound it becomes. BroccoMax supplies glucoraphanin, another name for sulforaphane glucosinolate, rather than listing 35 mg of finished sulforaphane. For adults comparing broccoli supplements, that difference helps make sense of the label without confusing an ingredient amount with the amount ultimately available to the body.
Key BroccoMax Benefits
- Supports the body's normal cellular defense processes through a broccoli-derived precursor that can be converted into sulforaphane.
- Pairs glucoraphanin with active myrosinase, helping supply both parts of the conversion process rather than the precursor alone.
- Complements a vegetable-rich eating pattern with a targeted broccoli compound instead of replacing the broader nutritional value of whole vegetables.
How BroccoMax Works
Broccoli naturally contains glucoraphanin and a myrosinase enzyme that helps transform it into sulforaphane. BroccoMax brings the precursor and enzyme together in a delayed-release formulation intended to deliver them beyond the stomach. Including the enzyme matters because the conversion step is part of making sulforaphane available; glucoraphanin and sulforaphane are not interchangeable label amounts.
Sulforaphane interacts with cellular signaling that helps regulate the body's own antioxidant defenses. This means supporting normal protective enzyme systems, not supplying the vitamins, minerals or fiber found in a serving of broccoli. The formula is therefore a focused broccoli supplement, not a complete vegetable concentrate or a substitute for varied food choices.
Key Functional Ingredients Include:
- Sulforaphane Glucosinolate: This broccoli-derived precursor is converted by myrosinase into sulforaphane, a compound involved in cellular defense signaling. BroccoMax includes the enzyme alongside the precursor to support that conversion. The listed 35 mg describes the glucosinolate, not a guaranteed amount of sulforaphane produced in your body.
BroccoMax Is Formulated For
- Adults seeking a vegan broccoli-derived supplement with both a sulforaphane precursor and active myrosinase.
- Adults comparing delayed-release formulas who want clear distinctions between glucoraphanin content and sulforaphane formation.
Supplements support your health but do not replace a balanced diet. Always check with your healthcare practitioner if you have doubts about a new supplement. Or you may book a FREE product consultation with Holistic Health Partners, led by Carolyn Mulally BS, RN, HN-BC. You may also wish to explore our other Anti-Oxidants Supplements and Jarrow Formulas Supplements and Vitamins collections.
Recommendation: Adults take 2 delayed release veggie capsules once a day or as directed by your qualified healthcare professional.
Serving Size: 2 Capsules
Servings Per Container: 60-capsule bottle: 30; 120-capsule bottle: 60.
Sulforaphane Glucosinolate (Broccoli Seed Extract) (in a proprietary blend containing myrosinase enzyme) ... 35 mg
Daily Value (DV) Not Established
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Other Ingredients: Microcrystalline Cellulose, Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, Water, Maltodextrin, Silicon Dioxide, Magnesium Stearate, Calcium Ascorbate
Does Not Contain: No wheat, gluten, soybeans, dairy, egg, fish/shellfish, peanuts/tree nuts or sesame.
Storage: Store in a cool, dry place.
Keep out of the reach of children.
Do not use if safety seal is damaged or missing.
Frequently Asked Questions About BroccoMax
What are the benefits of BroccoMax?
BroccoMax provides a broccoli-derived precursor for sulforaphane, a compound involved in the body's normal cellular defense signaling. Its distinguishing feature is the combination of sulforaphane glucosinolate and active myrosinase in delayed-release veggie capsules. Each two-capsule serving supplies 35 mg of the glucosinolate. That amount is not a measurement of finished sulforaphane. The formula offers targeted broccoli compounds while leaving whole vegetables important for fiber, vitamins and the variety of substances a balanced diet provides.
Who should take BroccoMax?
BroccoMax is intended for adults who want a vegan broccoli seed extract supplement that includes myrosinase rather than glucoraphanin alone. Both the 60-capsule and 120-capsule bottles use a two-capsule serving, with 30 and 60 servings respectively. The label directs adults to take two delayed release veggie capsules once a day or follow their qualified healthcare professional's advice. Pregnancy, nursing, use under age 18, medication use and medical conditions require consultation with a healthcare professional before use.
Are there any side effects of taking BroccoMax?
The BroccoMax label says to consult a healthcare professional before using this product if you are pregnant, nursing, under the age of 18, are taking medication or have a medical condition; if adverse reactions occur, discontinue use. The label does not list specific adverse reactions, so individual tolerance still needs attention. Keep out of the reach of children. Do not use if safety seal is damaged or missing. Discuss this glucoraphanin-and-myrosinase formula with your healthcare professional when reviewing your medications.
How does BroccoMax support overall health?
BroccoMax focuses on the conversion of glucoraphanin into sulforaphane, rather than acting as a multivitamin or providing a serving of vegetables. Myrosinase helps carry out that conversion, and sulforaphane participates in signaling that regulates normal cellular protective systems. The delayed-release capsules bring the precursor and enzyme together in one formula. Overall nutrition still matters: broccoli and other vegetables contribute fiber and additional nutrients that this targeted extract does not replace. Choose it for its specific composition, not as a shortcut around varied eating.
These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
