Health Benefits of
Eating Broccoli
- Lately, broccoli has become popular due to the compound known as
indole-3-carbinol found in the vegetable. It is good for preventing
the common hormone-related cancers, like prostate and breast cancer.
- The tissue of broccoli and other cruciferous vegetables, for example
cabbage and cauliflower, have good amount of plant chemicals known
as glucosinolates. They are metabolized into isothiocyanates (for
instance sulforaphane) by your body. These isothiocyanates are
strong anti-cancer agents.
- Broccoli is rich in vitamin C that it improves absorption of iron in
your body and relieves common cold symptoms.
- Broccoli has high amount of nutrients like vitamin K and
calcium,
which are essential for bone wellness and osteoporosis prevention.
- Research suggested that the carotenoid lutein and vitamin A found in
the vegetable helps protect against cataracts and age-related
macular degeneration.
- The vitamin B9 (folic acid) in broccoli assists females
to maintain
development of normal tissue and is frequently applied as an
important supplement when they use birth control drugs throughout
pregnancies.
- The potassium present in broccoli assists people with
hypertension.
- The vegetable contains a lot of fiber, which improve the
gastrointestinal system, and reduce cholesterol levels.
Overview and Facts about Broccoli
 Broccoli (scientific name Brassica oleracea
var. italica) is a type of
cruciferous vegetable from the family of cabbage, which includes
cauliflower, bok choy, kale, Brussels sprouts, radishes and turnips.
Its name comes from the Latin "brachium", which means branch or arm.
The plant can easily be recognized by the clusters of green-colored
flower buds on top. The color varies from purplish green to dark
green to deep sage, depending upon the type.
Broccoli sprouts have recently gained popularity as well due to research
revealing their large concentration of phytochemical sulforaphane,
which is useful in preventing cancer.
Broccoli Nutrition Facts and Calories
|
Nutrition Value of
1 cup (91 g) Raw Broccoli (Chopped) |
| Calories |
31 kcal |
| Total Fat |
0 g |
| Cholesterol |
0 mg
|
| Sodium |
30 mg |
| Total
Carbohydrates |
6 g |
| Dietary Fiber |
2 g |
| Sugars |
2 g |
| Protein |
3
g |
Broccoli Recipe
Broccoli-Cauliflower-Tomato Salad Recipe
Ingredients:
|
90 ml cooking oil |
1/2 teaspoon paprika |
|
60 ml salad vinegar |
2 cups broccoli, chopped |
|
1/2 teaspoon salt |
2 cups cauliflower, chopped |
|
1/2 teaspoon celery seed |
1 medium tomato |
|
4 tablespoons sugar |
1 cup green onions, chopped |
|
1/2 tablespoon garlic powder |
|
Preparation:
Combine oil, vinegar, salt, celery seed, sugar, garlic powder and
paprika and mix well. Pour the mixture over the vegetables.
Refrigerate for 1 hour or more before serving.
Broccoli Side Effects
Adverse effects of broccoli are rare. There is no evidence of side
effects in the vegetable when taken in moderate quantity for normal
people.
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