Cauliflower
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Cauliflower is one of the cruciferous vegetables, which are known for their powerful cancer-fighting properties. Kale, broccoli, and Brussels sprouts are also in this family.
Choose cauliflower that is white, compact, and free of brown spots. Though rarely eaten, the leaves of cauliflower are quite nutritious and can be added to green smoothies or other recipes where greens are used.
| Serving size: | 1 cup chopped |
| Region: | United States, France, Italy, India and China |
Health Benefits
| Colon | Reduces the risk of colon cancer. |
| Liver | Supports the liver's detoxification role. |
| Prostate | Weekly consumption of cauliflower dramatically reduces risk of advanced-stage prostate cancer. When eaten with turmeric, cauliflower significantly reduces tumor growth and the spread of cancer cells. Eat organic, raw or lightly steamed broccoli for strongest cancer-fighting effects. |
Nutrients
| Sulfur | N/A | N/A | |
| Vitamin B9/Folate | 57 mcg | 29% | |
| Vitamin C | 46.4 mg | 77% |