Broccoli belongs to the same family of vegetables as corn, cauliflower, Brussels sprouts, bok choy, cabbage and turnips. All of these are full of nutrients and have very few calories. In this article we look at the nutritional value of broccoli, its health benefits, but a potential risk, especially if you overdo it! Broccoli: Possible health benefits Eating fruits and vegetables of any kind is associated with a reduced risk of many health problems. Many studies have shown that increasing consumption of plant foods, such as broccoli, reduces the risk of obesity, diabetes, heart disease and more. It can also contribute to healthy skin and strong hair, increased energy and overall lower body weight. Fighting cancer Consumption of large amounts of vegetables from the same family as broccoli has been associated with a lower risk of cancer, especially lung and colon cancer. Studies have shown that sulforaphane, the sulphurous compound that gives broccoli bitterness in its taste, is also ...
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