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 Brussels
Sprouts : Phytochemicals
in Brussels sprouts enhance the body’s ability to fight off
disease, including cancer. Rich in sulforaphane, which boosts
the body’s detoxifying enzymes, it helps to clear potentially
carcinogenic substances more quickly. Brussels sprouts are a
powerhouse of nutrition. They are extremely high in vitamin K
which helps the blood clot when wounds occur. Also Brussels
sprouts are very high in vitamin C a powerful antioxidant.
Present in this amazing little cabbage are good amounts of
folate, vitamin A, manganese and dietary fiber. Also, it
contains potassium, B6, Tryptophan, B1, Omega 3 fatty acid,
iron, phosphorus, protein, magnesium, B2, vitamin E, copper and
calcium, making this member of the Brassica family a virtual
vitamin and mineral store unto itself.
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