Broccoli Health Benefits

Broccoli health benefits

1 cup broccoli (cooked, fresh) contains:

39 cal;
4.6 gm protein (incomplete);
.45 gm fat;
6.75 gm carbohydrate;
132 mg calcium;
93 mg phosphorus;
1.2 mg iron;
400 mg potassium;
3,750 units A;
.135 mg B-1;
.3 mg B-2;
1.2 mg niacin;
135 mg C;
36 mg magnesium;
traces of iodine.

Related to both cauliflower and cabbage, broccoli is best when dark green, with no open flowers, yellowing, or wilted leaves, all of which indicate aging. Very low in calories, with excellent nutrients, broccoli is excellent for reducing diets, especially with its supply of potassium, which aids against water retention. Broccoli is also an outstanding source of vitamin A, which is essential during pregnancy and breast-feeding and aids growth, eyesight, and healthy skin and vitamin C, needed for formation of strong bones, teeth, connective tissues, and capillary walls and an aid to antibodies in fighting bacteria and infections.