Broccoli
Broccoli has been found in the Mediterranean region since the time of the Roman Empire. American farmers started growing it in the 1920s. Today, the average American consumes about 3kg of broccoli per year.
Broccoli is called a superfood by nutritionists with many uses for the body such as anti-aging, anti-cancer, digestive support, diabetes control. This is one of the foods that Coach - Fitness and Yoga encourages people who want to lose weight and reduce fat to use every day.
This green vegetable is also rich in magnesium, water, and fiber to keep you full for a long time. According to the coach, broccoli helps you feel full but does not take in too much energy. Especially for sedentary people, the first days of exercise will be very easy to sore muscles, the amount of protein in broccoli will help the muscles recover quickly. Along with a good protein-rich diet from chicken breast, steamed and boiled fish, a relaxed mind, and a regular exercise regimen, broccoli is a positive support to help the body tone and repel diseases.
Nutrition facts in 100g of broccoli:
- Calories: 34 calories
- Water: 89%
- Protein: 2.5 grams
- Carbs: 6 grams
- Sugar: 1.5 grams
- Fiber: 2.4 grams
- Fat: 0.4 grams
Besides, broccoli also contains many vitamins, compounds, and minerals.
