{
  "id": 18689497,
  "title": "A compound hidden in broccoli could help fight a devastating genetic disease",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/06/a-compound-hidden-in-broccoli-could-help-fight-a-devastating-genetic-18689497",
  "topic": "science",
  "section": "Science",
  "published": "2026-11-06T23:30:16.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "ScienceDaily",
    "slug": "sciencedaily",
    "url": "https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/11/261104012259.htm"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
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  "summary": "A compound naturally found in broccoli could help fight Friedreich ataxia, a devastating genetic disease that progressively damages the nervous system, by boosting a vital protein and protecting nerve cells. Scientists hope the discovery could lead to an affordable treatment, although clinical trials are still needed to establish its effectiveness in patients.",
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  "coverage": {
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}