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Anti-InflammatoryScore: 1/10
Broccoli
1/10
Inflammation
Anti-Inflammatory
Category
1 cup (91g) chopped
Serving size
6
Key nutrients
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Broccoli is a cruciferous vegetable rich in sulforaphane, a compound that reduces inflammation by reducing levels of cytokines and NF-kB, key drivers of inflammation.
Quick facts
- Inflammation
- 1/10
- Category
- Anti-Inflammatory
- Serving size
- 1 cup (91g) chopped
Key nutrients
SulforaphaneVitamin CVitamin KFiberFolateChromium
Tips
Lightly steam for best nutrient retention — overcooking destroys sulforaphane. Eat raw in salads or lightly roasted. Combine with mustard seed to boost sulforaphane activation.
Benefits
- Contains sulforaphane, a potent anti-inflammatory
- Rich in vitamins C and K
- High in fiber for digestive health
- May support detoxification processes
- Contains cancer-fighting compounds
Concerns
- May cause gas and bloating in some people
- Contains goitrogens that can affect thyroid function in large amounts
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