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• 3 Reasons to Eat Broccoli

  This vegetable-platter classic – along with other cruciferous vegetables – is tasty both raw and cooked, and is a standout in soups, casseroles and salads. I have long recommended broccoli as part of a healthful diet. This versatile vegetable:

  1. Promotes a healthy nervous system. Broccoli is a good source of vitamin B2 (riboflavin), which can help calm and nourish nerve fibers.
  2. Supports bone health. Broccoli is a good source of vitamin K and calcium – both of which help keep bones strong and reduce the risk of osteoporosis.
  3. Can improve energy through its high levels of vitamin C, a micronutrient which supports the normal processes of cellular energy production.

  The nutrients in broccoli may also help protect against cancer, heart disease, cataracts and birth defects, while promoting a strong immune system and supporting optimal gastrointestinal function. One of the healthiest ways to prepare broccoli is to lightly steam it, which can help to retain the nutritional components better than other methods such as boiling.

  If you do like broccoli, try these recipes. If you don’t like broccoli, read tomorrow’s post for some healthy cruciferous alternatives.

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Originally posted 2011-01-16 17:41:14. Republished by Blog Post Promoter

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