Super Foods - Broccoli sprouts

Broccoli Sprouts: Tailed Wonders

Nutritional qualities

Broccoli sprouts are powerhouse of vitamin C. The ascorbic acid content is phenomenal. It also contains beta-carotene. Sprouts contain 50 times more cancer fighting phytochemicals than regular broccoli. Sulforaphane is specially mentioned in cancer treatment. 

Nutrient	Amount
Energy (kjoules)	161
Fibre	6.3 g
Protein	7.2 g
Carbohydrates	0.9 g
Saturated Fat	0 g
Total Fat	0.5 g
Cholesterol	0 mg
Sodium	31 mg
(Value for 150 gms, 1 serving, cooked)

For your info only!

Broccoli contains dithiolthiones, which trigger the formation of enzymes that may stop carcinogens from damaging DNA. Now, researchers have discovered that 3-day-old sprouts of certain crucifers, including broccoli and cauliflower, contain 10-100 times higher levels of sulforaphane than do the corresponding mature plants.