What are The Health Benefits of Broccoli
Health Benefits of Broccoli
Broccoli is a good source of fiber and protein, and contains iron,
potassium, calcium, selenium and magnesium as well as the vitamins A, C,
E, K and a good array of B vitamins including folic acid.
it helps to normalize bowel movements, lower cholesterol levels, control
blood sugar, maintain bowel health and aid in achieving a healthy
weight.Fiber appears to reduce the risk of heart disease, diabetes and
cardiovascular disease.It is a great source of calcium to help control blood pressure and build
strong bones.
Broccoli is a good source of vitamins, minerals, and carotenoids that are important
for skin health. It also contains sulforaphane, which may help
prevent skin cancer and protect your skin from sunburn.
Broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cauliflower, and other vegetables in the cruciferous
family should be included in your diet without question, but it may not be a great idea to eat these fibrous foods late into the night because they take the body longer to digest, keeping you
awake.
According to recent research in the Journal of Agricultural and Food
Chemistry, raw broccoli provides significantly more of this beneficial nutrient
than cooked. (Cooking locks sulforaphane in, making it unavailable to your body.)
