Cruciferous vegetables such as broccoli, cabbage, cauliflower and brussels sprouts have more nutrients per serving than many other vegetables --- nutrients called phytochemicals providing health protection by decreasing the effects of cancer-causing chemicals.
The most active of these phytochemicals DIM acts as an anticancer agent, having a direct effect on the hormone estrogen and how it is metabolized. Excessive prolonged exposure to estrogen has been associated with serious health problems, including higher incidence of breast cancer. DIM promotes beneficial estrogen metabolism and helps restore a healthy hormonal balance.
In addition to eating raw (or minimally processed) cruciferous veggies, DIM is also available in a capsule form as a dietary supplement.
