Indole: A Small Compound With Big Health Benefits
- Dr. Alla Arutcheva
- 17 hours ago
- 1 min read
Indole is a naturally occurring organic compound produced by gut bacteria through the metabolism of the amino acid tryptophan.
Natural sources of indole are cruciferous vegetables ( broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, brussels sprout, kale, back choy) which contain compounds like glucosinolates that convert into indole derivatives.
While not high in indole directly, certain food support its production:
Foods rich in tryptophan (turkey, eggs, dairy, nuts, seeds)
Fiber-rich foods that nourish gut bacteria
Indole is a powerful, naturally occurring compound that connects gut health, hormone balance, and detoxification. Eating a diet rich in cruciferous vegetables is one of the easiest and most effective ways to support healthy indole levels.
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