On the flip side, there have been no serious side effects reported with DIM and SGS supplementation in mammals (but long-term studies are still needed). So, you definitely want to do your research on IC3, talk to your functional or naturopathic doctor and decide what is best for you. There have also been reports of nausea, stomach upset, and dizziness in doses over 300mg daily, and taking it for longer than 3 months could be problematic.I am cautious about it and still think further research is needed. While I3C has been shown to be an amazing chemo-protective agent, there is some evidence that it could also be a tumor promoter in some cases.Izabella Wentz’s excellent article on low thyroid function and low stomach acid. Adequate stomach acid is required for proper breakdown of I3C into DIM, so if you have low stomach acid or are/have been on a stomach acid blocker medication, or you have Hashimoto’s, then you should supplement with DIM while you work to address your stomach acid issues.
There are a couple of issues I’ve found with I3C but I honestly think there needs to be some more research: SGS is less popular, but no less useful (I explain below). I am alwayssss telling women to eat more cruciferous veggies, in particular broccoli sprouts? These compounds are a big part of the reason why 🙂 Which one should I use?ĭIM is the most studied metabolite of I3C, and as such, its use has become very popular among women. It breaks down into the metabolites Diindolylmethane (DIM) and Sulforaphane Glucosinolate (SGS). Indole 3 Carbinol or I3C for short, is a compound found in cruciferous vegetables like broccoli, broccoli sprouts, cabbage, brussels sprouts, kale and cauliflower. In fact, if you have heavy or long periods, short menstrual cycles, pesky physical and emotional PMS symptoms like mood swings, and irritability, OR symptoms of high androgens (male sex hormones – testosterone being the most well known), like acne and redness or splotchy skin, and even weight gain then you should definitely keep reading. I’m kinda laughing to myself as I write this post, because to most people who have never had hormonal issues or period problems, the acronyms I3C, DIM and SGS may as well be computer language or something!īut they’re not – they’re actually powerful compounds that can help support you on your quest for rockin’ hormones and amazing periods.
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