Indole‑3‑Carbinol

What is Indole-3-Carbinol?

Indole-3-Carbinol (abbreviated as I3C) is a phytochemical naturally found in cruciferous vegetables such as broccoli, cabbage, and kale. When these vegetables are cut or chewed, their components undergo enzymatic reactions, which generate I3C. It has attracted widespread scientific attention due to its potential anticancer and antioxidant activities.

Applications

1. Women’s Health Formulas: Support healthy estrogen metabolism balance and menopausal hormone metabolism; commonly combined with DIM, Calcium‑D‑Glucarate and Broccoli Sulforaphane. Main dosage form: hard capsules (acid‑resistant capsules recommended to avoid premature gastric degradation), also available in tablets and blended powders. Typical serving dosage: 200‑400 mg daily.
2. Liver Detox Formulas: Activate liver phase I & phase II detox enzymes for antioxidant and cellular protection. Simulate cruciferous vegetable intake, usually compounded with Milk Thistle and NAC.
3. Men’s Health: Support prostate cellular health and sex hormone metabolism modulation.
4. Cellular Health & Antioxidant: Antioxidant and immune‑modulating blended formulations.
5. Pharmaceutical intermediate and laboratory research raw material.