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    Home » This and That » Brussel Sprouts: Super Veggie!

    by Kathy Patalsky · updated: Nov 6, 2019 · published: Apr 10, 2009 · About 2 minutes to read this article. 12 Comments

    Brussel Sprouts: Super Veggie!

    There are three types of Brussel Sprout people:
    1) Those who liked brussel sprouts as a kid and still do.
    2) Those who have had one too many bad brussel sprout encounters and will never be able to enjoy them.
    3) Those who have had a few bad brussel sprout experiences and think they do not like them…but when given a deliciously prepared, tender green, braised-caramelized brussel sprout..could learn to uncover their hidden brussel sprout love.
    Survey Says! My Most Hated Veggie survey showed that there are a lot of 2’s and 3’s out there.

    Super Veggie! Everyone should try to love brussel sprouts. They are low in calories and fat-free. They are high in fiber, Vitamin C, Vitamin K and folate. They are also a cruciferous (crew-sif-er-ous) vegetable, which means they are part of the cabbage family. Cruciferous veggies have been linked to lowered cancer risk, oxidative stress and heart-disease rates.

    Click ahead for more nutrition info of brussel sprouts….

    Who are you really? FYI, many of the 2’s out there may very well be 3’s who just don’t know it yet! Hopefully, when you read about all the amazing health benefits of brussel sprouts, you will give them a try!

    Brussel Sprouts
    per 1 cup cooked lightly
    calories: 60
    fat: 0
    protein: 4g
    carbs: 12g
    fiber: 4 g
    Vitamin K: 270% RDA
    Vitamin A: 24% RDA
    Vitamin C: 160% RDA
    folate: 24% RDA
    potassium: 14% RDA
    iron: 10% RDA
    manganese: 18% RDA
    Omaga 3: 270 mg

    Phytochemicals: Indoles and Sulphoraphanes. These phytochemicals may reduce the risk of certain types of cancer.

    About cruciferous veggies from web md:

    *Reduce cancer risk
    *Reduce Oxidative Stress
    *Lower heart disease risk

    Oxiative Stress study:
    “Oxidative stress in the subjects’ bodies dropped 22% during the period when they were eating lots of cruciferous vegetables.”

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    About Kathy Patalsky

    Hey there! I'm Kathy, lover of kitty cats, weekend baking, 90's movies, travel, beach fog and foamy lattes. Since 2007, I have been sharing my vegan recipes and photos. My goal is to make your cooking life a little easier, delicious - and plant-loaded - while sharing some LIFE and conversation along the way.

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