{"product_id":"broccoli","title":"Broccoli","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-html\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBroccoli is a cruciferous vegetable that belongs to the\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBrassica\u003c\/em\u003e genus of plants. It's a type of flower and has a thick, central stalk with grayish-green leaves and green florets (there are some purple varieties). It is versatile and easy to find in most grocery stores.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0-2\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-html\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBroccoli is considered to be one of the most nutritious vegetables and, when cooked properly, it can really be a delicious addition to any meal plan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0-3\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"heading-toc\" id=\"broccoli-nutrition-facts\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0-4\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block health-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBroccoli Nutrition Facts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0-5\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-html\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe following nutrition information is provided by the USDA for one cup (91g) of raw, chopped broccoli.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0-8\" class=\"comp theme-explainer mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-callout mntl-block\" data-tracking-id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout\" data-tracking-container=\"true\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-body_1-0\" class=\"comp expert-content mntl-sc-block-callout-body mntl-text-block\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCalories\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e31\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFat\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e0.3g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSodium\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e30mg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCarbohydrates\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e6g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFiber\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e2.4g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSugars\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e1.5g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eProtein\u003c\/strong\u003e: 2.5g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0-10\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-subheading\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mntl-sc-block-subheading__text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCarbs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0-11\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-html\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOne cup of raw, chopped broccoli contains only 31 calories, 6 grams of carbohydrates, and very little sugar (1.5 grams). More than a third of the carbohydrates found in broccoli come from fiber (2.4 grams), making it a filling, heart-healthy food choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0-13\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-html\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe glycemic index (GI) for broccoli is 10. The glycemic index is an estimate of how a food affects your blood sugar levels. Broccoli is a low GI food, which means that it has a minimal effect on blood sugar levels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0-14\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"mntl-block_18-0\" class=\"comp mntl-block\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"health-billboard2-sticky_1-0\" class=\"comp scads-to-load right-rail__item health-billboard2-sticky mntl-sc-sticky-billboard scads-stick-in-parent scads-ad-placed\" data-height=\"600\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"mntl-sc-sticky-billboard-ad_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-billboard mntl-sc-sticky-billboard-ad billboard2-dynamic mntl-dynamic-billboard mntl-gpt-dynamic-adunit mntl-gpt-adunit gpt billboard dynamic\" data-ad-width=\"300\" data-ad-height=\"600\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"billboard2\" class=\"wrapper\" data-type=\"billboard\" data-pos=\"btf1\" data-priority=\"3\" data-sizes='[[300, 250],[300, 600],[300, 601],[300, 251],[2, 1],\"fluid\"]' data-rtb=\"true\" data-targeting=\"{}\" data-auction-floor-id=\"b80e066327644a8ca4fdc5aa2f81f845\" data-auction-floor-value=\"140\" data-google-query-id=\"CPi4zIOU2_ACFXDiKAUd9lAPtQ\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"google_ads_iframe_\/479\/verywellfit\/vfit_calorie-counts-and-nutrition-facts-overview\/billboard2_0__container__\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFat\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0-17\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-html\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBroccoli has only a trace amount of fat and is cholesterol-free. It does, however, contain a small amount of omega-3 fatty acids, in the form of alpha-linolenic acid (ALA). Consuming two cups of broccoli delivers nearly 0.5 grams of this anti-inflammatory fatty acid.\u003cspan class=\"mntl-inline-citation mntl-dynamic-tooltip--trigger\" data-id=\"#citation-2\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e2\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0-20\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-subheading\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mntl-sc-block-subheading__text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eProtein\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0-21\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-html\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFor a vegetable, broccoli has a significant amount of protein, 2.5 grams per one-cup serving. But you still should include other protein sources in your diet to meet your daily needs. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0-24\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-subheading\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mntl-sc-block-subheading__text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eVitamins and Minerals\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0-25\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-html\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBroccoli is bursting with vitamins and minerals. It's an excellent source of immune-boosting vitamin C, providing over 81mg, or about 135% of your daily needs. It is also an excellent source of\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.verywellfit.com\/the-benefits-of-vitamin-k2-89529\" data-component=\"link\" data-source=\"inlineLink\" data-type=\"internalLink\" data-ordinal=\"1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.verywellfit.com\/the-benefits-of-vitamin-k2-89529\"\u003evitamin K\u003c\/a\u003e, important in bone health and wound healing. You'll consume 116% of your daily recommended intake in a one-cup serving of broccoli. It's also a very good source of the B vitamin folate, and a good source of\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.verywellfit.com\/vitamin-a-requirements-and-dietary-sources-2507040\" data-component=\"link\" data-source=\"inlineLink\" data-type=\"internalLink\" data-ordinal=\"2\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.verywellfit.com\/vitamin-a-requirements-and-dietary-sources-2507040\"\u003evitamin A\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.verywellfit.com\/manganese-requirements-and-dietary-sources-2507095\" data-component=\"link\" data-source=\"inlineLink\" data-type=\"internalLink\" data-ordinal=\"3\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.verywellfit.com\/manganese-requirements-and-dietary-sources-2507095\"\u003emanganese\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.verywellfit.com\/health-benefits-of-potassium-2242225\" data-component=\"link\" data-source=\"inlineLink\" data-type=\"internalLink\" data-ordinal=\"4\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.verywellfit.com\/health-benefits-of-potassium-2242225\"\u003epotassium\u003c\/a\u003e, and other\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.verywellfit.com\/b-complex-vitamins-89411\" data-component=\"link\" data-source=\"inlineLink\" data-type=\"internalLink\" data-ordinal=\"5\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.verywellfit.com\/b-complex-vitamins-89411\"\u003eB vitamins\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0-27\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-html\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMinerals in broccoli include manganese, potassium, and phosphorus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0-28\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"heading-toc\" id=\"health-benefits\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0-29\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block health-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHealth Benefits\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0-30\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-html\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBroccoli is associated with several health benefits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0-33\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-subheading\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mntl-sc-block-subheading__text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWeight Loss\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0-34\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-html\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAt only 31 calories a cup, broccoli is a popular addition to the plates of those looking to lose weight. It's high in fiber, with one cup providing about 9% of the recommended daily value. Fiber, the indigestible part of carbohydrate, can help to reduce cholesterol, promote bowel health, regulate blood sugars, and aid in weight loss. Eating foods that are high in fiber helps you to feel full longer after eating.\u003cspan class=\"mntl-inline-citation mntl-dynamic-tooltip--trigger\" data-id=\"#citation-7\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e3\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0-37\" class=\"comp related-link mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-featuredlink mntl-block\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.verywellfit.com\/health-benefits-of-fiber-4022865\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-featuredlink__link_1-0\" class=\"mntl-sc-block-featuredlink__link mntl-text-link\" data-tracking-container=\"true\" data-tracking-id=\"featured-link\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.verywellfit.com\/health-benefits-of-fiber-4022865\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"link__wrapper\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Varied Health Benefits of Fiber\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0-38\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0-40\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-subheading\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mntl-sc-block-subheading__text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eImproved Diabetes Management and Prevention\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0-41\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-html\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eStudies have shown that eating a fiber-rich diet is associated with a lower risk for type 2 diabetes. According to one study of 99,826 women, those with the highest fiber intake had the lowest risk of diabetes. Study authors attribute this health benefit to the fact that foods with fiber take more time to consume and provide greater satiety.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0-43\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-html\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOther studies have shown that broccoli sprouts may improve insulin resistance in patients with type 2 diabetes.\u003cspan class=\"mntl-inline-citation mntl-dynamic-tooltip--trigger\" data-id=\"#citation-9\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e5\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0-46\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-subheading\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mntl-sc-block-subheading__text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBetter Heart Health\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0-47\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-html\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNumerous studies have linked a higher intake of cruciferous vegetables to better heart health, including a reduced risk for cardiovascular disease, ischemic heart, cerebrovascular disease, and stroke. In these studies, broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, and cauliflower were the most common vegetables grouped as cruciferous vegetables.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0-49\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-html\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis may be one of many reasons that the American Heart Association includes broccoli in their healthy eating pattern that emphasizes vegetables, fruits, and whole grains.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0-52\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-subheading\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mntl-sc-block-subheading__text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eReduced Risk of Cancer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0-53\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-html\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSome studies suggest that eating higher amounts of cruciferous vegetables like broccoli, cabbage,\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.verywellfit.com\/cauliflower-nutrition-facts-calories-and-health-benefits-4115070\" data-component=\"link\" data-source=\"inlineLink\" data-type=\"internalLink\" data-ordinal=\"1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.verywellfit.com\/cauliflower-nutrition-facts-calories-and-health-benefits-4115070\"\u003ecauliflower\u003c\/a\u003e, Brussels sprouts, and\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.verywellfit.com\/kale-nutrition-facts-calories-and-health-benefits-4117546\" data-component=\"link\" data-source=\"inlineLink\" data-type=\"internalLink\" data-ordinal=\"2\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.verywellfit.com\/kale-nutrition-facts-calories-and-health-benefits-4117546\"\u003ekale\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ecan reduce the risk of certain types of cancer, including prostate, lung, and breast cancer.\u003cspan class=\"mntl-inline-citation mntl-dynamic-tooltip--trigger\" data-id=\"#citation-3\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e8\u003c\/span\u003e In addition, diets that are higher in fiber are associated with a decreased risk of colon cancer.\u003cspan class=\"mntl-inline-citation mntl-dynamic-tooltip--trigger\" data-id=\"#citation-8\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e4\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"instafresh","offers":[{"title":"1 pc","offer_id":44521397420289,"sku":"bro","price":1.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0676\/7984\/6657\/files\/Picture1_b009b2c8-7c3c-47f3-84fc-adf5ce9311be.jpg?v=1709393286","url":"https:\/\/worldfoodsmart.com\/products\/broccoli","provider":"instafresh","version":"1.0","type":"link"}