Healthy Facts and Recipies

BROCCOLI - NUTRITIONAL FACTS

Did You Know … Broccoli:

• Contains twice the vitamin C of an orange;
• Has almost as much calcium as whole milk;
• Contains selenium, a mineral that has anti-cancer and anti-viral properties;
• Is a modest source of vitamin A and alpha-tocopherol vitamin E
• By including broccoli regularly in our diets, we can reduce the risk of ailments like cancer, diabetes, osteoporosis and heart disease.

Nutritional Highlights
Broccoli (raw), 1 cup (133g)
Calories: 25
Protein: 2.6g
Carbohydrate: 4.6g
Total Fat: 0.31g
Fiber: 2.6g
*Excellent source of Vitamin C (82mg), and Vitamin A (1,357 IU)
*Good source of Folate (62.5mcg)

Buying and storing tips
Broccoli should have a fresh smell, a bright green color, and firm, tender stalks. Store broccoli unwashed in a perforated plastic bag in the vegetable crisper. For maximum nutrient value wash and use within a few days of purchase.