Researchers believe that broccoli is rich in compounds that have anti-cancer properties. Studies have shown that broccoli leaves and stems contain Antioxidant compounds called phenolic compounds. That may help reduce inflammation and cell damage that can lead to cancer. Indole-3-carbinol is also thought to have cancer-fighting properties body.

In addition, another important substance that makes broccoli one of the vegetables. That may help reduce the risk of cancer is the isothiocyanate group. UFABET  Which is found in cruciferous vegetables such as cabbage, cauliflower, broccoli, and kale. Broccoli contains a high amount of isothiocyanate. Such as sulforaphane, which many studies have indicated may have the effect of inhibiting the growth of cancer cells. Reducing the formation of free radicals, reducing inflammation, and stimulating the immune system.

However, past research studies have studied by dropping sulforaphane into test tubes with cancer cells or experimenting with animals. Therefore, it is not yet certain that it will give the same therapeutic results if used in humans. Further studies on its anti-cancer efficacy in humans are needed.

Broccoli also contains a variety of antioxidants and important compounds. Such as sulforaphane and indole-3-carbinol. Which are thought to have anti-cancer properties; antioxidants such as kaempferol and quercetin. Which may help prevent heart disease, cancer, reduce inflammation, and lower blood pressure; and carotenoids, which may help maintain eye health.