Is There Really a Hidden Benefit to BROCCOLI?
By
Dr. Scott Olson, ND
Posted April 15, 2024
Just when we thought broccoli’s resume couldn’t get any more impressive, new research proves us wrong.
The phytonutrients in this tasty veggie can lower inflammation… balance blood sugar… and even boost your memory.
And you likely already know of broccoli’s legendary prowess in preventing cancer.
Now, a new study reveals that sulforaphane, the potent compound in broccoli known for its cancer-fighting properties, has another incredible benefit up its green sleeves.
We’ve long known that the broccoli-derived compound sulforaphane can help prevent and even combat various types of cancer, including breast, prostate, and colon cancers.
The potent extract activates the body’s natural detoxification enzymes. These help eliminate cancer-causing substances and prevent them from damaging cells.
But now a new study shows that broccoli could also be a game-changer for heart health!
Researchers from the University of Sydney in Australia decided to take a closer look at how sulforaphane interacts with our bodies on a molecular level.
They used some fancy scientific techniques called “phenotypic and chemoproteomic approaches” to investigate how the compound affects platelets, the tiny blood cells responsible for blood clotting.
And they uncovered something INCREDIBLE.
Researchers discovered that sulforaphane binds to and modifies certain proteins in platelets, potentially altering their function.
In other words, this broccoli compound could regulate the clotting process, preventing the formation of dangerous blood clots that can lead to heart attacks and strokes.
More research is needed to figure out precisely how to best harness the cardiovascular powers of sulforaphane. But we already know broccoli is brimming with health benefits, so there’s no need to wait around for that to be completed.
Eating more broccoli now could reduce your risk for cancer, stroke, diabetes, and more.
So, the next time someone tries to tell you that broccoli tastes terrible (I’m looking at you, George H. W. Bush), hit them with this mind-blowing news.
This cruciferous veggie is a cancer-fighting champ and could be the key to unlocking better heart health.
If THAT doesn’t convince people to eat their greens, I don’t know what will!
P.S. Don’t miss these 8 red flags there’s a heart attack in YOUR future.
Source:
“Integrating Phenotypic and Chemoproteomic Approaches to Identify Covalent Targets of Dietary Electrophiles in Platelets,” ACS Cent. Sci. 2024, 10, 2, 344–357, doi. org/ 10.1021/acscentsci.3c00822
Written By Dr. Scott Olson, ND
Nearly 25 years ago, failed mainstream medical treatments left Dr. Olson in constant pain – and his health in ruins. And that’s when he did something REVOLUTIONARY. He began his career in medicine – and dedicated his life to uncovering the true, underlying causes of disease.
Through his innovative medical practices in Tennessee and Colorado, Dr. Olson has helped cure countless seniors from across America of arthritis… heart disease… diabetes… and even cancer. All without risky prescription drugs or painful surgeries.
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