Patrick points to studies in which sulforaphane activates detox enzymes and may improve markers of DNA damage or inflammation.
She relies mainly on Finnish cohort studies (Laukkanen et al.) that show associations, not causal evidence from large RCTs.
She discusses supplementation mainly in cases of deficiency; effects in people with adequate status are smaller.
The ‘What does the science say?’ rating is an estimate by the Engy editors based on the cited source and the wider research. Not medical advice.
Her content is mostly nuanced, but she sometimes selects studies that support her message. Critics see her sauna and sulforaphane claims as too optimistic as long as large, long-term trials are missing.
As with many science communicators, the distinction between ‘interesting mechanism’ and ‘proven health benefit in humans’ remains important.
