Definition
Broccoli was created from crossbreeding other plants sometime around the age of the Roman Empire. Although it originated in Europe, broccoli is now grown all around the world. It is a bitter tasting vegetable that is full of fiber and is a great source of vitamins and minerals.
How to Do It
Bake, steam, microwave, boil, grill, roast. Also popular raw - sometimes with dips like ranch or hummus
Benefits
- Immune boosting Vitamin C
- Vitamin A
- Prevent heart disease and diabetes
- May reduce cellular aging
- May help to decrease inflammation
- May help protect against cancer
- Promotes healthy digestion
- Supports healthy brain function
- Promote healthy bones, joints, and teeth
Time Commitment
5-10 minutes
Preparation, cooking, and eating time varies by method used.
Why it works
- Regulates blood sugar levels
- High in antioxidant glucoraphanin
- High in flavonoids
- High in fiber, which is a potent healthy prebiotic
- Variety of vitamins and minerals such as calcium, Vitamin K,A,C, and zinc
Suggested Frequency
Multiple times per week as you would any vegetable
Side Effects
Excessive consumption may cause:
Bloating or flatulence
Required Equipment
Fresh supply of broccoli
Cooking utensils (if cooking)
Gurus/Celebrities/Doing it
Miley Cyrus
Joaquin Phoenix
Pamela Anderson
Ellen DeGeneres
Portia de Rossi
Mayim Bialik
Brad Pitt
Novak Djokovic
Related Products
Eat Berries , Eat Asparagus, Eat Garlic, Eat Artichokes, Eat Arugula, Eat Cauliflower
Suggested Time of Day
Meal time or as a healthy snack
Notes
- If you like broccoli check out “HB - Eat Cauliflower”
- Broccoli contains vitamin A. Cauliflower does not!
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