BROCCOLI

BROCCOLI = When Mom told you to eat your broccoli, she knew what she was talking about! 

Broccoli, trees, dinosaur bushes or  ”The Other Gaseous Vegetable” are just a few names this wonderful green vegetable goes by. And while it may sometimes be a challenge to get your kids (or yourself) to eat it, it’s well worth the effort. Broccoli is proving itself to be a real contender in the fight against cancer. In a new study, researchers found compounds in broccoli and other cruciferous vegetables called isothiocyanates (ITCs) appear to target and block mutant p53 genes associated with cancer growth. And if that isn’t enough, did you know that broccoli has as much calcium as a glass of milk and more vitamin C than an orange? Love it or hate it, you  should be eating it!