latin name: brassica oleracea botrytis cymosa
chinese name: hua cai
plant part used:stem flower buds
active ingredient: sulforaphane
specification:sulforaphane0. 5%-95%
cas no. : 4478-93-7
molecular formula: c6h11s2no
molecular weight: 177. 29
extract method: solvent extraction
physical state and appearance: fine brown powder
odour & taste: characteristic,light.
solubility: soluble in ethanol and water solution.
introduction:the word broccoli, from the italian plural of broccolo, refers to "the flowering top of a cabbage". Broccoli is classified in the italica cultivar group of the species brassica oleracea. Broccoli has large flower heads, usually green in color, arranged in a tree-like fashion on branches sprouting from a thick, edible stalk. The mass of flower heads is surrounded by leaves. Broccoli most closely resembles cauliflower, which is a different cultivar group of the same species.
actions:any sulforaphane is so far have found in vegetables cancer-fighting best material, besides anti-cancer beyond, broccoli also contains rich ascorbic acid, can enhance the ability to detoxify liver, enhancing immunity. And among them a certain amount of flavonoids substances, criterion for high blood pressure, heart disease have regulation and prevention functionored as the crown of the vegetables.
main function:
1. The extract made form broccoli may prevent skin cancer when applied directly to the skin.
2. Broccoli (broccoli extract) could promote lung health
3. Sulforaphane is a long-lasting anti-oxidant and detoxifier, and to contribute to the integrity of the cells,promoting the body's immune defense systems for the overall health and well being.