Broccoli
Nutrient Content : Vitamins & Minerals
(Based on 100g in raw form)
Fiber | Calcium | Iron | Magnesium | Potassium | Phosphorus |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2.6 g | 47 mg | 0.73 mg | 21 mg | 316 mg | 66 mg |
Sodium | Zinc | Copper | Manganese | Selenium | Choline |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
33 mg | 0.41 mg | 0.05 mg | 0.21 mg | 2.5 mcg | 18.7 mg |
Vitamin A (mcg/IU) | Vitamin B1 (Thiamin) | Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) | Vitamin B3 (Niacin) | Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid) | Vitamin B6 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
31 mcg/623 IU | 0.07 mg | 0.12 mg | 0.64 mg | 0.57 mg | 0.18 mg |
Vitamin B9 (Folate/Folic Acid) | Vitamin B12 | Vitamin C | Vitamin D | Vitamin E | Vitamin K |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
63 mcg | 89.2 mg | 0.78 mg | 102 mcg |
What It Helps:
How It Helps:
Sulforaphane found in broccoli has many health benefits, one of which is to get rid of a bacteria that causes ulcers as well as indigestion.
Contains carotenoids (type of antioxidant) which can help prevent the DNA from health cells altering. These carotenoids also help prevent the decline of vision/eye health/
The carotenoids, along with calcium, also help maintain healthy bone and skin.
The mineral selenium (found in broccoli) helps with immune system as well as helps prevent cardiovascular diseases
Both vitamin C as well as vitamin E help protect the skin and help protect from UV damage.
Contains vitamins B9, B12, and iron which help with anemia
Tips & Other Info.
Gardening Tips & Info.
Here are some planting tips and information if you want to have this plant in your own backyard (or front yard)
Planting Season
Harvesting Season
Pruning Season
Watering Schedule
Sunlight Exposure
Potted / In Ground
Sow in Spring through Summer & Plant in December | April through October | Full sun or partial shade (summer time) |