Brussels Sprouts Nutrients: Vitamin B2, B5, B6, C folate, beta- carotene, potassium, glucosinolates, fiber.
It took me many years to like Brussels sprouts! They always reminded me of those yucky no no veggies as a kid. Then I realized you can cook them many ways to taste really good. They remind me of a collard green and cabbage hybrid. These miniature cabbage heads are packed with a lot of good things which encourage me to eat them more often.
Brussels sprouts get their name after the capital of Belgium where they were first grown. Brussels sprouts just like broccoli have also a source of indole-3-carbinol, a chemical which boost DNA repair in cells and appears to block the growth of cancer cells. While the B5 that they contain is an immune stimulant that encourages production of antibodies. The vitamin C and folate works to allow the body to heal itself. High in fiber, Brussels Sprouts keep the digestive system healthy and cholesterol low.
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