1 Broccoli is a low carb vegetables – 1.1 grams of carbohydrate per 100g! (after fiber subtracted) 

 

2 Broccoli can boost DNA repair in cells and may stop them becoming cancerous.

 

3 Steamed broccoli reduces the risk of a heart attack by boosting the body’s ability to fight off cell damage.

 

4 Broccoli contains more vitamin C than an orange? (ounce for ounce) Vitamin C is great for your hair, skin, teeth, fighting infections and keeping red blood cells healthy.

 

5 Broccoli contains as much calcium as a glass of milk? (ounce for ounce) Calcium helps to keep you heart beating regularly and promotes sleep.

 

6 Broccoli is also a good source of folate . Folate is necessary for the production and maintenance of new cells.

 

7 Broccoli is also a good source of iron. Iron is an essential component of haemoglobin and, therefore, iron is required for normal blood formation and oxygen transport around the body.

 

8 Broccoli is also a great source of fiber.

 

9 Broccoli is also a good source of potassium. Potassium plays an important role in the physical fluid system of humans and it assists nerve functions.

 

10 Broccoli is also a good source of vitamin K. Vitamin K is known to be needed to coagulate blood and to maintain proper bone density. It also plays a key role in proper development of the fetus.