Vegetable known as anti-cancer agents

Research from the University of Texas conducted health in the United States, identified to explain a new model like Sulforaphane, a connection in cruciferous vegetables to present, has not only anti-cancer properties, but also can kill cancer cells or selectively, without healthy cells.

This kind of vegetables (such as broccoli, cabbage, cauliflower and Brussels sprouts, etc.) have a high content of mustard oil glycosides, compounds that are metabolized in the body of Isothiocyanates, known as a potent anti-cancer agents.

Studies of mice a diet fed by rich in Sulforaphane scientists tumor significantly reduced the growth of the prostate.

These findings, which were achieved by various experiments in the laboratory, are extremely important, because the scientific community allow the basis for clinical trials in humans.

It was shown for the first time that this secure connection and can be used to be a treatment for this disease, in particular cancer to develop, the prostate and breast. It is therefore very important, these vegetables, such as broccoli and cauliflower in our daily diet for the prevention of diseases and ensure a balanced diet to integrate.

The Green flowers Broccoli (although are also white and violet) are consumed, if its development is not yet completed and are more nutritious the darker shade of green. The vegetables are also rich in beta carotene, vitamin C and calcium, also provides antibacterial and antiviral properties. It is low in calories and provides a good amount of fiber, folic acid, and vitamins K and B5.

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