Both Booster BroccoliTM and regular broccoli varieties are packed full of vitamin C, vitamin A (mostly as beta-carotene), folic acid, calcium, and fibre.
Beta-carotene and vitamin C are important antioxidants that have been linked to a reduced risk of numerous conditions, including cataracts, heart disease, and several cancers.19 20 21
Broccoli is high in both soluble and insoluble fibre.
However Booster BroccoliTM contains even more nutritional goodness than regular broccoli varieties. It is a scientifically proven to contain significantly more sulforaphane, or SF, than other leading broccoli. SF is a powerful, long-lasting antioxidant that may enhance good health and wellbeing. It has numerous suggested health benefits including protecting the body against DNA damage and preventing the formation of cancerous tumors.22 23 24
19. Josephe et al 2002
20. O'Hare et al 2005
21. USDA 2005
22. Juge et al. 2007
23. Jeffery & Araya 2009
24. Traka & Mithen 2009
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Booster BroccoliTM is packed with over 40 percent more active antioxidants than regular broccoli varieties and has been scientifically proven to contain significantly higher levels of the power antioxidant, sulforaphane (often abbreviated to SF) than other regular varieties of broccoli.
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Dr Joanna McMilllan Price is a registered nutritionist and dietitian. View her lifestyle tips here
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