Brussel Sprouts

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Cook Brussels Sprouts Without Bitterness

Brussels Sprouts as a Source of Glucosinolates

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Brussels sprouts contain compounds also found in other leafy greens like broccoli that may help reduce the risk of certain cancers.

A member of the cabbage family, brussels sprouts contain compounds called glucosinolates and isothiocyanates that may help reduce the risk of certain cancers, according to a study published in the Journal of Food Science.

Brussels are also high in fiber, folate, vitamins A, C, K, and B6, iron, and potassium. A cup of them boiled has around 56 calories and packs some protein too.

Articles/Studies

Brussels Sprouts (Brassica oleracea) Health Benefits and Side Effects

B. oleracea administration prevented renal damage in salt-loaded high-sodium/low-potassium-fed stroke-prone spontaneously hypertensive rats. -

Brussels sprouts have a protective effect against oxidative DNA-damage in man.

Broccoli and Brussels sprouts a cut above for blood vessel health