Broccoli is low in calories and is one of the most nutrient-dense foods. It's an excellent source of vitamins A, C, and K, folic acid, and fiber. It's also a good source of potassium, phosphorus, magnesium, and the vitamins B6 and E.
Broccoli also contains the carotenoid lutein,glucosinolates,and phytochemicals that have tremendous anticancer effects.
Broccoli, like other members of the cabbage family, has demonstrated it's remarkable anticancer effects, especially in breast cancer. Glucosinolates, specifically indole-3-carbinol and sulforaphane, increase the excretion of the form of estrogen (2-hydroxyestrone) which is linked to breast cancer. In preliminary studies, Indole-3-carbinol has also been shown to arrest the growth of both breast and prostate cancer cells. Studies have also shown that it increases the ability of the liver to detoxify toxic compounds and decreases the growth of human papillomavirus (a virus linked to
cervical cancer).
Broccoli also contains the carotenoid lutein,glucosinolates,and phytochemicals that have tremendous anticancer effects.
Broccoli, like other members of the cabbage family, has demonstrated it's remarkable anticancer effects, especially in breast cancer. Glucosinolates, specifically indole-3-carbinol and sulforaphane, increase the excretion of the form of estrogen (2-hydroxyestrone) which is linked to breast cancer. In preliminary studies, Indole-3-carbinol has also been shown to arrest the growth of both breast and prostate cancer cells. Studies have also shown that it increases the ability of the liver to detoxify toxic compounds and decreases the growth of human papillomavirus (a virus linked to
cervical cancer).
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u favourite food... sigh...
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