Broccoli powder is dried, ground broccoli florets and stems. It packs in glucosinolates, sulforaphane precursors, and antioxidants in a form that works when you are short on fresh vegetables.
People mix it into smoothies, juices, or food, or take it in capsules. The goal is to support the body's natural detox pathways and immune function.
Processing can knock out the myrosinase enzyme that turns glucosinolates into active sulforaphane. Some blends add myrosinase back, and some users pair the powder with a little mustard seed powder to help.
Heads up: broccoli powder contains vitamin K, so anyone on warfarin or similar blood thinners should check with their doctor. It also contains goitrogens. For people with sensitive thyroid function, large amounts of raw powder could be an issue.