This is a type of plant belonging to the Brasicaceae family, of which cauliflower is a member; The main characteristics of this species is that it has many fleshy branches that end in the shape of heads, these are edible, very similar to cauliflower only that this plant is dark green.
This species is easy to grow in cool environments so it is difficult to agriculture in the summer seasons, it is consumed frequently when boiling or steaming, it can also be refried in conjunction with sauces such as soy or Worcestershire sauce and it has been It has become very popular on the tables of several families as an aperitif, being a great source of vitamins C, E and also makes a great contribution of fiber, the nutritional contribution is at its peak when the branches are more greenish.
This plant has turned out to be a powerful anticancer agent, since inside it contains substances known as glucosinolates and indoles, these protect the tissues from carcinogenic compounds, excellent results have been seen against breast, prostate, and cervical cancer., as well as in different internal organs such as the liver, kidneys, intestine and colon, its anticancer properties are reinforced with different compounds such as vitamins C, A and E, and electrolytes such as potassium, zinc and amino acids.
Another contribution to health that broccoli produces is to serve as a detoxifier for the body, since it facilitates the expulsion of free radicals, various toxins, and uric acid, which generates a great purification at the level of the skin and the bloodstream, above all giving the skin a youthful, bright character with a high sensation of softness; Due to its high fiber content, it can serve as a heart protector, as it reduces LDH levels.(bad cholesterol), which works by transporting lipids to the tissues, broccoli has chromium in its content, this is important to regulate blood glucose levels and thus prevent systemic arterial hypertension; This plant helps to maintain vision, has vitamin A and beta-carotene that prevent cataract and the damage that can be caused by the irradiation of ultraviolet rays.
