Up the group of crucifers, cabbage, Brussels sprouts,
cauliflower, broccoli and turnip among others, and all have incredible
medicinal properties because when eaten help you protect your health from
different diseases, among which are some types of cancers.
To avoid losing their properties consume it is best steamed
or raw, if possible, should be included in our diet. They are rich in fiber,
beta carotene, provitamin A, vitamin K and C, minerals, antioxidants, including
iron, calcium, zinc and selenium.
The cruciferous phytochemicals, responsible for keeping the
body healthy and high defenses, and contains vitamin K is excellent for
clotting problems and prevent bad scarring, are powerful antioxidants, thus
regenerating the cells of our body.
The cruciferous help us take care of the health, prevent
formation of cancer cells in the body reproduce protective enzymes, up the
immune system, thanks to its high content of antioxidants, assist the
improvement of the skin and mucous membranes due to its high content in beta
carotene and vitamin A.
It also protect the cardiovascular system and provide many
join folic acid, essential in consumption during pregnancy and growth of
children.