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Broccoli Nutrition & Health
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National Cancer Institute says broccoli can prevent some types of cancer. Word of Andy Boy Broccoli’s powerful anti-cancer effects have been leading people to be more pro-active about a healthy diet that can help prevent or stop the development of cancer. Andy Boy broccoli contains generous amounts of folic acid, which may prevent some birth defects and be beneficial in warding off heart disease, strokes and some cancers.

Andy Boy Broccoli: A Super Food

It is the protective phytochemicals in Andy Boy Broccoli that help prevent damage from highly toxic molecules called “oxidants”. They form phase 2 enzymes, which have the ability to detoxify and help in disease prevention. It is no surprise then that consumption of fresh broccoli has increased 3-fold in the past two decades. Americans consumed 5.6 lbs of broccoli per person in 2000. What is fueling the feast? The pursuit of a healthier life.

Lift Up Your Best New Beauty Tool—The Fork!

You can eat your way to beautiful, smoother skin when Andy Boy broccoli is a regular part of your diet. This skin-sensational vegetable contains some of the highest levels of vitamins A and C of any food. Vitamin C helps maintain skins’ elasticity and prevents bruising. Vitamin A tackles acne from the inside out by boosting resistance to infection. With fewer wrinkles and a brighter complexion, everyone will see your face reflect the joy of a healthy life.

Seeing is Believing—Move Over Carrots

Andy Boy Broccoli is rich in beta-carotene and lutein. According to the Journal of American Medical Association,* these are the nutrients important for vision health. Eating Andy Boy broccoli helps guard against cataracts and macular degeneration, the leading cause of blindness in people ages 65 and up. Any way you look at it, Andy Boy Broccoli is the food to supercharge your health.

 

*J.M. Seddon; UA. Ajani, R.D. Sperduto. Dietary Carotenoids, vitamins A, C and E and advanced age related maculor degeneration. Journal of the American Medical Association 27214131420


Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 1 medium stalk (148 g)

Amount Per Serving
Calories 45   Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 0.5g 1%

   Saturated Fat 0g 0%

Cholesterol 0mg 0%

Sodium 55mg 2%

Total Carbohydrate 8g 3%

   Dietary Fiber 5g 20%

   Sugars 3g  

Protein 5g  

Vitamin A 15% -    Vitamin C 220%

Calcium 6% -    Iron 6%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000
calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher
or lower depending on your calorie needs:
 
Calories: 2,000 2,500

Total Fat Less than 65g 80g
  Sat Fat Less than 20g 25g
Cholesterol Less than 300mg 300mg
Sodium Less than 2,400mg 2,400mg
Potassium   3,500mg 3,500mg
Total Carbohydrate 300g 375g
  Dietary Fiber 25g 30g

Calories per gram:
Fat 9 - Carbohydrate 4 - Protein 4