Healthy Broccoli

We may not all love broccoli but it is pretty well known that it is one of the best, healthiest foods that you can eat.  It is loaded with vitamins and fiber and low in fat and calories.  Like most vegetables that are dark in color, the dark green color in broccoli means lots of Vitamin A and Vitamin C. It is also almost as high in calcium as milk is.  Research is beginning to show that it may actually be anti-carcinogenic.  No wonder more and more people are adding to their diet even if they don’t like it.

Another incredible benefit of broccoli is that it is very high in phytochemicals, which are natural substances found in plants. This is important because phytochemicals appear to offer the body protection against certain types of cancers, and they’re also beneficial in prevention of heart disease.  So, buck up and eat your broccoli!  Try this great recipe I found at the New York Times website.

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