Produce of the Month

The produce of the month for April is a vegetable loved by bodybuilders. The mighty broccoli is the superfood for the of April.

An essay could be written on the health benefits of broccoli. Some of the include being a good source of gut loving fibre. Also, a good source of calcium, selenium, vitamin C, A and K, folate (vitamin B9), potassium, phosphorous and selenium.

One of broccoli’s well know health benefits is being a good source of glucoraphanin. This is a compound found in broccoli which, during digestion, is converted to sulforaphane. Sulforaphane is an antioxidant which may reduce your risk of certain cancers e.g. breast cancer, also promote the health of your heart and reduce your risk of diabetes. Broccoli has many other antioxidants, including lutein and zeaxanthin which support the health of your eyes.

Broccoli does not need to be boring. Try this delicious recipe to help you fall in love with this awesome vegetable. Broccoli and Corn Thins® Nuggets