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- Family: Brassicaceae
- Species: Brassica oleracea
- Cultivar Group: Italica Group
- Origin: Possibly Ancient Rome
- Rich in Vitamin A, C, and K, and calcium
- Calories 85 G Serving: 26 http://www.wolframalpha.com/input/?i=bro...
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A member of the cabbage family, broccoli is essentially a large edible flower native to the Mediterranean. The plant consists of a large fibrous stalk from which an abundance of flower heads, known as florets, branch, and are surrounded by leaves.
North Americans are most familiar with the green Calabrese variety of broccoli, although purple, Romanesco and sprouting broccoli are also available in certain areas. All varieties of broccoli are highly nutritious, being rich in dietary fiber and many vitamins and minerals.
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Health Benefits
- Helps prevent cataracts
- Kills bacteria that cause peptic ulcers
- Provides protection against stomach cancer
- Helps reduce the chance of heart disease
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Broccoli Questions
Medicinal benefits of Broccoli? 3 AnswersBroccoli: ----------- Broccoli is a member of the cruciferous family, which includes kale, cabbage, cauliflower and brussel sprouts, this cruciferous family ca... read more
How long does broccoli stay fresh in the fridge?? 2 AnswersUp to two weeks in the fridge. About 2 days out of the fridge. If your broccoli gets a little wilty, cut the end and put it in a cup of ice water (as though you... read more
Whats your favorite broccoli recipe? 4 AnswersHere's my recipe:First steam the broccoli, but don't over cook. Heat up some olive oil and throw in some crushed/chopped garlic. Saute for a few minutes and sea... read more
Anyone know a good recipe for broccoli soup? 1 AnswerI actually was craving some soup two nights ago. I made this one. Super easy and really good!! Instead of putting the cheddar on top of the soup I just mixed 1... read more
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Honestly, I'd rather have a carne asada burrito. Or a big piece of broccoli. RT @StephyC_2: LOL y does everyone wanna eat my ass?!?!
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Ate broccoli the other day that tasted like fish. Um. Why did it taste fishy?
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Beef Broccoli is BR00T4L so L3G1T
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Totally cheated on my diet for the 3rd time this week lol I'm so weak!!! Pass the effin broccoli!!!
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@hohner Beef and broccoli stir fry here. Mmmmm.
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