Medicinal benefits of Broccoli?

Broccoli: ----------- Broccoli is a member of the cruciferous family, which includes kale, cabbage, cauliflower and brussel sprouts, this cruciferous family can help protect the body against cancer Broccoli is packed with vitamins and substances that have proven to be beneficial in the prevention and treatment of many of our toughest diseases. Medicinal Value: Recent research indicates that Broccoli contains a substance called Sulforaphane that has been shown in animal studies to dramatically reduce the number, size, and reproduction of malignant tumors, as well as delay the onset of these tumors. This appears to relate directly to cancer risk in humans, particularly in breast, stomach, colon, rectal, and lung cancers, and it is believed to be a powerful preventative for these diseases.It is also rich in fiber, carotenoids, and vitamin A, vitamin C and vitamin K, (which is a known stomach and colon cancer preventative).

Due to it's high levels of vitamin C, beta carotene, and fiber, Broccoli is a powerful antioxidant that is believed to prevent damage to cells caused by free radicals, which are believed to be a a factor in cancers, Alzheimer's disease, heart disease, arthritis, and in the aging process itself, suggesting that a diet high in these substances may prevent or at least minimize the effects of these diseases. The high fiber content of Broccoli is also believed to be of benefit in cases of diabetes, and diabetics could certainly consider a broccoli as an important dietary aid in the control of their diabetes. Broccoli also has as much calcium as milk, and is therefore an important source of nutrition for those with osteoporosis or calcium deficiencies.

Health Benefits of Broccoli : ----------------------------------- Weight reduction Anti-aging Help prevent arthritis Helps prevent alzheimer's disease Constipation Toxemia Neuritis gh Blood Pressure Helps regulate the digestions of food. May help prevent cancer in organs and glands with epithelial tissue because of its high Vitamin A content. Nutritive Values : Per 100 gm.

--------------------------------------- Vitamin A : 3,500 I.U. Vitamin B : Thiamine .10 mg. ; Niacin : 1.1 mg. Vitamin C : 118 mg.

Also contains Vitamins E and K Iron : 1.3 mg. Phosphorus : 76 mg. Potassium : 270 mg.

Carbohydrates : 5.5 gm. Protein : 3.3 gm. Calories : 29 We make it a point to add this to our meal at least twice a month.

Broccoli is highly rich in Vitamin A, C and K which leads to its anticancer properties. It is also a potent modulator of the innate immune response system with anti-viral, anti-bacterial and anti-cancer activity. Thanks to 3,3'-Diindolylmethane.

Also it has been found to reduce risk of aggressive prostate cancer if taken in high amount. But the medicinal benefits of Broccoli is greatly reduced if highly boiled for more than 10minutes.

It is good for the heart. It reduces the risk of heart attack.

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