Broccoli is a type of cabbage that has a lot of benefits. The beneficial properties of broccoli give this vegetable the status of a healing product.
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Broccoli contains fiber, which helps to improve the functioning of the gastrointestinal tract and removes toxins from the body. Also in this cabbage there are proteins, minerals - iron, phosphorus, iodine, chromium, zinc, potassium, calcium, magnesium and selenium. It contains chlorophyll, which positively affects the composition of blood, amino acids, vitamins - C, E, K, PP, beta-carotene. Vitamin C is 1.5 times more in content than in orange, and the amount of beta-carotene is equivalent to carrots.
Broccoli is considered a beauty product. It has beneficial effects on the skin and hair. It is also important that it is low-calorie, per 100 g accounts for only 30 kcal. Therefore, it is worth taking into account this vegetable for those who want to lose weight. You just need to replace dinner with 350 g of broccoli, boiled in salted water and seasoned with sesame oil and lemon juice. Wash down with 1 cup of kefir. After 2 weeks, you will be amazed at the result.
It should be included in your diet for people with cardiovascular diseases, diabetes mellitus, atherosclerosis and nervous system problems or as a prophylaxis for people experiencing stress. It is believed that broccoli inhibits the formation of cancer cells, as it contains sulforaphane, synegrin and indole-3-carbin. Also, a green vegetable strengthens the immune system, removes excess water from the body and, due to the high content of folic acid, is recommended for pregnant women.
Broccoli offers a variety of dishes. For example, add to an omelet or cook as an independent dish with butter, garlic and black pepper; or olive oil and apple cider vinegar to fish, balsamic vinegar to meat. You can cook broccoli - mashed potatoes or add to vegetable salad. This vegetable is also great for mashed soup. In general, fantasize and experiment!