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Broccoli Facts:
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 1 Cup - Chopped
Servings Per Container 1
Amount Per Serving
Calories 31
Calories from Fat 0
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 0g
0%
Saturated Fat 0g
0%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg
0%
Sodium 30mg
1%
Total Carbohydrate 6g
2%
Dietary Fiber 2g
8%
Sugars 2g
Protein 3g
Vitamin A
11%
Vitamin C
135%
Calcium
4%
Iron
4%
Vitamin E
4%
Vitamin K
116%
Thiamin
4%
Riboflavin
6%
Niacin
3%
Vitamin B6
8%
Folate
14%
Pantothenic Acid
5%
Magnesium
5%
Phosphorus
6%
Potassium
8%
Zinc
2%
Copper
2%
Manganese
10%
Selenium
3%
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
PQ (Protein Quality) x PDCAAS (Protein Digestibility Corrected Amino Acid Score) - 61
Additional Contents
- thiols
- lutein
- indoles
- zeaxanthin
- carotenoids
- thiocyanates
- sulforaphane
- beta-carotene
- glucosinolates
- glucobrassicin
- glucoraphanin
- alpha-carotene
- isothiocyanates
- indole-3-carbinol
- complex carbohydrate
Potential Health Benefits
- powerful anti-cancer properties
- powerful free radical scavenger
- bone & joint health boost
- common cold prevention
- lower "bad" cholesterol
- digestive health boost
- energy boost
Potential Athletic Benefits
- Good source of complex carbohydrates to provide for long term energy demands.
- Support immune system from post-workout vulnerabilities.
- Vision support for high-speed, high-agility sport disciplines.
- Help reduce cancer risk from excessive exposure to free radicals and body stress.
Glycemic Index Rank
10 out of 100
| Rank | Value |
|---|---|
| Low Glycemic | less than 55 |
Food Sensitivity Rank
1.1 to 1 ratio
| Rank | Value |
|---|---|
| Low-Medium for Fructose Sensitivity | more than 1 (fructose to glucose ratio) |
Broccoli has a fond reputation for its ability to help eliminate carcinogens from the body. Broccoli holds potent forms of the compounds called glucosinolates which may be responsible for this action. In addition, broccoli may serve as a powerful remedy for respiratory disorders providing effective relief and comfort. Overall, broccoli is a superior vegetable with superior health benefits.
244kcal/serving
266kcal/serving
glucosinolates
are naturally occurring organic compounds found in certain types of plants like mustard and cabbage. They have been studied to possibly effect carcinogen content within our bodies by eliminating them before they can damage DNA and cell-signaling processes.
Sources include: USDA
***All-Body Fitness takes no responsibility for the accuracy of the information provided above. Please contact a medical doctor or a registered dietitian for nutrition advice.
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