What are the health benefits of eating vegetables?

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Broccoli is one of the nutritious dishes in every family meal. However, whether eating vegetables is good or not eating vegetables is always a question of each person. Partly because eating vegetables comes from a need. Here is some information about broccoli and how to use it to get the most out of this vegetable.

1. Nutritional value of broccoli

When you want to learn what are the benefits of eating vegetables? First of all, it is necessary to understand the composition of nutrients that this vegetable brings to the body. Here are the nutritional values ​​of 100g of cruciferous vegetables and their mass composition according to body needs:
Energy : 15 calories Protein: 2 g Fat: less than 1 g Fiber : 2 g Sugar: 1 g Iron : 4 - 5 % DV Magnesium: 4 - 5% DV Calcium: 4 - 5% DV Potassium: 4 - 5 % DV Zinc: 4 - 5 % DV Vitamin B (1,2,3): 4 - 5 % DV Phosphorus: 4 - 5 % DV Folic acid : 4 - 5 % DV Copper: 10 % DV Vitamin A: 9% DV Vitamin B6: 6% DV Vitamin E : 8% DV Vitamin C: 44% DV Vitamin K: 120% DV In which, DV is the conventional unit for nutritional value. 1DV corresponds to the nutritional needs of the body for a day. Based on that, it is possible to balance food to meet the essential needs of the nutritional menu.

2. Common uses of vegetables

Referring to green vegetables, it is impossible to ignore 6 outstanding uses of this vegetable for health.
Eat green vegetables with vitamin K supplements Vitamin K is considered one of the vitamins that play an important and necessary role for the body. More specifically, the source of this vitamin in broccoli is quite abundant enough to meet daily needs.
According to experts, people who are deficient in vitamin K will be prone to blood thinning or blood clotting disorders. This is a rather dangerous problem that seriously affects life when there is a wound causing blood loss that cannot be stopped. At the same time, vitamin K also plays a role in the treatment of neurological diseases. Some brain diseases, especially dementia syndrome, will be prevented when the body is supplemented with enough vitamin K. Moreover, cardiovascular problems or osteoporosis are also improved.
Green vegetables have the ability to strengthen the body's resistance Vitamin C is one of the reasons why people who eat broccoli have a stronger immune system. According to nutritional statistics, 55g of vegetables after being cooked with a ratio of 1 vegetable to 2 water will provide about 33% of the body's daily vitamin C needs. In addition, the abundant vitamin A content affects the mitotic and meiotic process of T lymphocytes. This is a white blood cell that helps the body fight infection from harmful bacteria.
Heart health is improved by eating broccoli Nutrients in broccoli are quite alkaline. This has positive implications for balancing cholesterol. As a result, eating broccoli is thought to have an indirect protective effect on the heart. Especially if boiled or steamed vegetables will help neutralize cholesterol in the blood.
Vegetables contain a number of nutrients that help prevent and reverse the risk of cancer Green vegetables are always a natural source of antioxidants that help prevent the destruction of free radicals. Besides, broccoli contains glucosinolates that can limit cell damage to DNA and inhibit cancer cells. People who have a habit of regularly consuming vegetables with adequate doses will limit the risk of lung, stomach or colon cancer. Especially for women, the risk of ovarian cancer will be controlled.
Vitamins and minerals in vegetables are good for eyesight Lutein and zeaxanthin are substances that have an impact on vision. These two substances simultaneously appear in the composition of broccoli. Therefore, they will help create a layer that protects the retina from blue light.
Broccoli can be deeply beautified and more chemical-friendly Based on the thickness of the leaves, it is possible to partly assess the nutritional value and compare it with other vegetables. The dark green color of cruciferous vegetables is proof. This group of vegetables will provide a full range of essential vitamins and minerals for the body. The source of green nutrients from this vegetable is the cause to help the body improve its function. From there, the blood cells are well nourished and help the skin to improve pigmentation become more ruddy.

3. Instructions for processing green vegetables as medicine

Vegetables in oriental medicine are considered as effective cough, cold and detoxifying drugs. Each medicine prepared from this vegetable is flexible according to the disease. Sometimes the stem is used, sometimes the root is used. Most often use the seeds of cruciferous vegetables in combination for treatment.
4g of mustard seeds, 12g of perilla seeds, 12g of radish seeds, divided into 2 times. This recipe can treat a disease such as cough phlegm, asthma, chest tightness... Finely ground mustard seeds mixed with vinegar and applied to pimples will have the effect of soothing and eliminating toxins from the body.
For people with stomach bleeding due to ulcers can use cooked broccoli to drink water. Pickled cabbage can also promote the digestive system. Pickles made from cabbage will support the metabolism and reduce excess fat for those who are overweight and obese.
Those with a weakened immune system or heat should consult carefully before using vegetables. Although eating green vegetables can bring many good benefits to health. However, some objects should not be used arbitrarily to avoid unexpected dangers. You should consult for more information or consult a nutritionist. Make sure your body is qualified and safe to use this vegetable.
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