Description
1-Isothiocyanato-8-(methylsulfinyl)-octane is a phase II enzyme inducer, increasing quinone reductase levels in vitro. This compound is also found in watercress (Nasturtium officinale).
References
Rose P, Faulkner K, Williamson G, et al. 7-Methylsulfinylheptyl and 8-methylsulfinyloctyl isothiocyanates from watercress are potent inducers of phase II enzymes. Carcinogenesis. 2000 Nov;21(11):1983-8. PMID: 11062158.