Broccoli

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Broccoli are a green edible plant belonging to the cabbage family. Additionally, they have a large flowering head, small associated leaves as well a stalk consumed as a vegetable.
They are identified the Italica cultivar group from the species Brassica oleracea. In brief, broccolis identify with large flower heads, generally dark green, arranged similarly in a tree-like structure. Additionally, breaching out from a thick stalk that is usually light green.
finally, Broccolis are similar to cauliflower which contains a different but closely related cultivar group from brassica species.

Why eat Broccoli

they are rich in Vitamin C and Vitamin K as ell can be eaten raw or cooked. Characteristic contents in broccoli isothiocyanates, glucosinolate compounds and sulforaphane are diminished once they have been boiled but are better preserved when steaming in a microwave or stir-fry.

Similar to Brocolli

Rapini, are distinctive species from broccoli, forming smaller but similar heads however is actually a type of turnip.

Broccoli nutrition

Furthermore, Broccolis have developed the status reputation as a superfood. They are low with calories and contains nutrients and antioxidants that assist many characteristics of providing support for human health
Lastly, Broccolis are cruciferous vegetables, alongside Brussel sprouts, kale, cauliflower, bok choy, collard greens, cabbage, turnips and rutabaga.

The nutrition characteristics and values for 1 cup of raw broccoli are:
Calories: 31
Carbs: 6 grams
Protein: 2.5 grams
Fat: 0.4 grams
Sugar: 1.5 grams
Fiber: 2.4 grams
Water: 89%

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