glucosinolate

[US]/ˌɡluː.kəʊ.sɪˈnɒl.eɪt/
[UK]/ˌɡluː.kəˈsɪn.əˌleɪt/
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Translation

n.a type of natural compound found in plants, particularly in the Brassicaceae family, that can produce isothiocyanates and other compounds when hydrolyzed
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Phrases & Collocations

glucosinolate content

glucosinolate levels

glucosinolate compounds

glucosinolate analysis

glucosinolate properties

glucosinolate synthesis

glucosinolate metabolism

glucosinolate effects

glucosinolate sources

glucosinolate research

Example Sentences

glucosinolates are found in cruciferous vegetables.

research shows that glucosinolates may have cancer-preventive properties.

cooking can reduce the levels of glucosinolates in food.

glucosinolates can affect the flavor of certain vegetables.

studies indicate that glucosinolates may boost the immune system.

eating more glucosinolates can be beneficial for health.

glucosinolates are precursors to bioactive compounds.

fermentation can alter the glucosinolate content in foods.

different plant species have varying levels of glucosinolates.

glucosinolates may play a role in detoxification processes.

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