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Health Benefits of Broccoli
Broccoli is high in vitamins C, K, and A, as well as dietary fiber; it also contains multiple
nutrients with potent anti-cancer properties, such as diindolylmethane and small amounts of selenium. A single serving provides
more than 30 mg of Vitamin C and a half-cup provides 52 mg of Vitamin C. The 3,3'-Diindolylmethane found in broccoli is a
potent modulator of the innate immune response system with anti-viral, anti-bacterial and
anti-cancer activity. Broccoli also contains the compound glucoraphanin, which can be processed into an anti-cancer compound
sulforaphane, though the benefits of broccoli are greatly reduced if the vegetable is boiled more than ten minutes. A high
intake of broccoli has been found to reduce the risk of aggressive prostate cancer. Broccoli
consumption has also been shown to be beneficial in the prevention of heart disease.
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