Broccoli has a positive impact on our body’s detoxification system. The phytonutrients in broccoli turn on genes that boost production of enzymes involved in detoxification. This process helps to “disarm” harmful free radicals and toxins, including potential carcinogens. This is one of the main reasons why cruciferous vegetables also appear to lower risk of cancer more effectively than other vegetables and fruits. From the research so far, it appears that a person would need to consume at least 2-3 servings a week of broccoli to gain significant health benefits.
Eat broccoli at least 3 times a week…
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Lucy-Ann Prideaux MSc BSc RNutr is a registered Nutritionist. She gained an MSc degree in Human Nutrition, from Aberdeen University in 1997, following a first class honours degree in Sport and Exercise Science. As a past competitive runner and triathlete and through her early years as a full-time personal trainer, she has vast experience and knowledge of performance nutrition at elite and recreational level, as well as in-depth knowledge of general health nutrition.Subscribe to our blog feed...
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About Lucy-Ann Prideaux MSc BSc RNutr
A registered Nutritionist, Lucy-Ann gained an MSc degree in Human Nutrition, from Aberdeen University in 1997, following a first class honours degree in Sport & Exercise Science. As a past competitive runner, triathlete and personal trainer, she has vast experience and knowledge of performance nutrition at elite and recreational level, as well as in-depth knowledge of general health nutrition.
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