2023-05-24 13:40:37
health
It is rich in vitamin C, as well as fiber and water.
24/5/2023
Like fruits, vegetables are essential in a healthy diet. These are foods that should not be missing, since they provide key nutrients for the body such as vitamins, minerals, fiber and water. Its regular consumption helps in the prevention of various non-communicable diseases such as diabetes, cancer or hypertension.
“Folates contribute to the normal formation of blood cells and the functioning of the immune system,” says the aforementioned source. Similarly, according to the Consalud portal in Spain, minerals such as potassium contribute to the normal functioning of the nervous system and muscles, in addition to maintaining blood pressure under normal conditions.
All these compounds attribute to cauliflower a series of antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, satiating, circulatory, lipid-lowering, laxative, relaxing, anticancer, antidiabetic, rejuvenating, immune and antibacterial properties, according to the wellness and health portal Tua Saúde.
Likewise, according to Tua Saúde, this food is rich in tryptophan, an amino acid that helps control anxiety and improve well-being. Therefore, this vegetable can help in weight loss in people who suffer from compulsive eating.
Additionally, cauliflower is good for dealing with inflammatory problems. This is due, indicates aHOWTO, to the fact that it contains a compound called sulforaphane, which has been shown to inhibit inflammation at the molecular level. By fulfilling this function, this food contributes to the prevention of conditions such as arthritis, heart disease and certain types of cancer.
On the other hand, this vegetable is an important source of antioxidants such as beta-carotene, quercetin and kaempferol, which help neutralize harmful free radicals and protect the body from their harmful effects. In this way, if this vegetable is incorporated into the diet, it has the possibility of strengthening the body’s defense system, avoiding the development of various conditions and preventing premature aging.
One more goodness is that it helps to avoid cardiovascular diseases. This is because this vegetable contains vitamin C, glycosinolates, isothiocyanates and sulforaphanes, which are bioactive compounds with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory action that improve the health of the arteries and blood circulation, preventing diseases such as stroke and high blood pressure.
Cauliflower is also said to be good for regulating blood sugar levels. The fibers that are present in good amounts increase the absorption time of carbohydrates from food, controlling glucose and thus avoiding insulin resistance and diabetes, says Tua Saúde.
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