Broccoli sprouts are used to:

• Prevent cancer
• Fight infection caused by Helicobacter pylori, a type of bacteria that infects your stomach
• Stomach ulcers

It’s generally safe to include broccoli sprouts in your diet. They can be eaten raw or cooked. Talk with your healthcare providers before taking them as supplements. Supplements are stronger than the sprouts you would add to your food.

Supplements can also interact with some medications and affect how they work. For more information, read the “What else do I need to know?” section below.

Brassica oleracea L. var. italica Plenck