Could broccoli be an anti-cancer ally?

Lindsay POUI-DI

25 Mar 2015

updated the 6 October 2015 à 23:15

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Full of vitamins
The attractive green florets contain more vitamin C than oranges! This cruciferous vegetable is filled with provitamin A, antioxidants, and vitamin B9, which is important for cell renewal, particularly in pregnant women. It also protects against cardiovascular diseases. One of its specific components - kaempferol – reduces the level of homocysteine in the blood. When this is too high, the risk of heart attack increases.
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A shield for the eyes
Full of carotenoids, especially lutein and zeaxanthin, it slows down the ageing of th eyes. It neutralises the blue light that attacks the retina* and fights the misdeeds of the free radicals on the various eye structures. It provides protection against cataracts and age-related macular degeneration (AMD), the primary cause of visual impairment in developed countries.
*Study AREDS, Journal of the American Medical Association, in May, 2013.
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Choose well
Choose well-tightened broccoli with closed florets. To enjoy its health virtues, it is necessary to consume it quickly because it loses more than 40% of its antioxidants when it is stored for several days in the refrigerator. And if you buy it frozen, the anti-cancer properties can be reduced by half.
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Eat More: Local and seasonal produce
Although Singapore
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Recipes
BROCCOLI SALAD
Wash and cut the raw broccoli florets into very fine strips. Add some diced tepid smoked tofu, a small chopped red onion and some walnut kernels. Season with salt and pepper, then pour a dash of olive oil, some lemon juice and 2 tablespoons of sheep yoghurt.
STIR-FRIED GARLIC BROCCOLI
Crush the garlic and heat a tablespoon of olive oil in a wok. Add the broccoli florets and the garlic, and stir-fry for 2 min. Season with salt and pepper, then take the wok off the heat and add 3 drops of sesame oil. Serve with fish or chicken.

Hailing from Italy, cabbage’s cousin, broccoli is filled with antioxidants and anti-cancer agents. You definitely should add it to your shopping list without hesitation.

Who said that broccoli is not sexy? It’s time to put back a little green in your plate, just to ensure your well-being is kept in check. For those who are still in doubt, we have compiled a list of good reasons for consuming this vegetable that is a good source of numerous nutrients. As an antioxidant, good for the heart and the arteries, it is the essential ally to our well-balanced menus. Did we mention, it’s also said that it helps guard against cancer.

So to simplify your life, here are two delicious recipes to try right now!

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