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8 Health Benefits of Cauliflower

By Bhadra Kamalasanan

Cauliflower is an important part of Indian cuisine and there are many delicacies prepared with it. But, did you ever think that it could do a lot of help to your health if you squeezed it into a glass and drink what would be referred to as “cauliflower juice”?

Of the many benefits of cauliflower juice, most of them are because of the sulphur compound that it is rich in. This dense sulphur compound supports the liver’s ability to neutralise all the toxins present in the body. Another major benefit of having cauliflower juice or juice of any of the members of its family is a preventive shield against several types of cancers. Isn’t that amazing? Here are some more of the health benefits of cauliflower juice.

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Some of the most important nutrients that we humans need and that cauliflowers are dense with include zinc, phosphorus, manganese, selenium, magnesium and sodium. Zinc helps in the formation of new cells and induces the healing of wounds; phosphorus helps in strengthening the bones, thus helping to prevent bone and joint problems; manganese helps in making as well as activating helpful enzymes; selenium improves the functioning of one's immune system; magnesium ensures the healthy functioning of the parathyroid gland so that it can produce hormones that the bones need to function effectively; sodium maintains the balance of fluids in the body.

Good For The Heart

Good For The Heart

It is a heart-healthy vegetable, implying that it helps to keep the heart as well as cardiovascular system healthy.

For Constipation

For Constipation

If you are struggling with constipation, just drink a glass of cauliflower juice. The fibre in it will ease the turbulence taking place inside your digestive system and set things right. Besides, you will observe a lower level of cholesterol after a regular consumption of cauliflower juice.

During Pregnancy

During Pregnancy

Here's another health benefit from cauliflower: it is a rich source of folate and vitamins A and B, which are helpful for the formation and growth of new cells. That is why pregnant women are often recommended cauliflower by their doctors. Experts recommend that pregnant women eat at least a cup of cauliflower per day.

For Your Immune System

For Your Immune System

This healthy vegetable is rich in antioxidants that act as anti-inflammatory agents and help to build a better, stronger immune system.

Pregnant Women

Pregnant Women

The vitamin C present in cauliflower helps women, especially those who are pregnant to build their immunity, thus fighting infections and healing from health problems, effectively.

For The Bones

For The Bones

The health benefits of cauliflower do not end here. Caulflower is also a rich source of calcium, which is amazing if consumed right from childhood as it helps in the building of bones and makes them stronger. Besides, a good level of calcium in the body ensures a smooth transmission of nerve impulses throughout.

Reduces Cancer Risk

Reduces Cancer Risk

Several studies have established that cauliflower reduces the risk for cancer. Some of the forms of cancers that it prevents or reduces include breast cancer, lung cancer, bladder cancer, etc. Cauliflower is an important part of the cruciferous family and almost all of its relatives are linked to a reduction in the risk of cancer.

For Weight Loss

For Weight Loss

All the men and women out there who have been trying to lose weight should just grab a plate of cauliflower instead of starving to death. Turns out cauliflower contain folate that helps in inducing weight loss. A whole cup of cauliflower contains just 30 calories. It is one of those non-starchy foods that can be eaten to your heart's content without any fear of accumulating calories.

Story first published: Tuesday, February 11, 2014, 16:59 [IST]
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