Goitrin is a potent antithyroid compound found naturally in crucifers. Goitrin is responsible for the induction of glutathione S-transferases.

Tachyplesin I is a β-hairpin antimicrobial peptide that contains 17 amino acid residues. Tachyplesin I exhibits cytotoxic properties against various human tumor cell lines acting primarily by impairing the integrity of the outer cell membrane.

1. Atractyloside potassium salt inhibits oxidative phosphorylation by blocking the transfer of adenosine nucleotides through the mitochondrial membrane.