Broccoli, a plant that belongs in the cabbage family, is one of the healthiest vegetable you would definitely enjoy eating. Also known as Brassica aleracea, this dark green large flower head originated in Italy. This should be part of your regular diet because it gives benefits and a winner in nutritional source.
- Disease and cancer fighter (lung, colon, breast cancers in particular). Has indole-3-carbinol that helps reduce breast cancer
- Has calcium and magnesium that controls blood pressure
- Has lutein and zeaxanthin that are good for your eyes
- Gives vitamin C to fight against free radicals
- Good source of chromium that stabilizes blood sugar and insulin
- Contains potassium for muscle growth, nervous and brain function
