If you’re like most of us, you could barely stand the sight of brussel sprouts when you were a child. These aren’t your mama’s brussel sprouts, though. When prepared the right way, these miniature green globes tastes nothing like you remember. And, they’re loaded with health benefits, too! Here are some delicious recipes and 3 reasons why you should give brussel sprouts another shot:

 

1.  Brussel Sprouts are High in Vitamins and Important Nutrients

 

Brussel Sprouts are packed with plenty of essential vitamins, like Vitamins A, C, and K to help promote heart health, assist in brain and nervous system development, boost the immune system, and even prevent some types of cancer.

 

2.  They’re High in Fiber, Too!

 

Because they’re high in fiber, brussel sprouts will aid in digestion and keep everything flowing smoothly, too. Brussel sprouts also contain phytonutrients (a type of antioxidant) that have been known to help lower the risk of cancer and heart disease.

 

3.  They Aren’t as Hard to Prepare as You Think

 

The most common mistake made when preparing brussel sprouts is to overcook them. Nobody wants to eat a tasteless, gray blob of mush. Brussel sprouts are a green cruciferous vegetable, and should remain that way. Chop a few up and toss them in a salad, add them to a casserole, or pan roast them in balsamic with garlic and lemon to perfection. We think you’ll forget everything your remember about brussel sprouts.

4.   Ward of cancer with Sulforaphane

 

If you are concerned about getting cancer or merely concerned with warding it off, you will want to learn everything you can about sulforaphane. It is a chemical that is thought to contain anti-cancer properties, and this is thought because of research and studies establishing a link between this chemical and anti-cancer properties. Interestingly, Brussel sprouts are not the only vegetable that are thought to feature this amazing chemical; other brassicas like broccoli have properties that exhibit sulforaphane also.

 

If you want your Brussel sprouts to feature high levels of this chemical, be sure not to boil them. Instead, steam, stir-fry or microwave your Brussel sprouts, as these cooking methods do not cause a big loss of the anti-cancer effect of sulforaphane.

 

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