Eat That Broccoli, Cauliflower, Cabbage and Cress

The cruciferous vegetables (broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, cress) all possess Indole-3-carbinol (I3C), a chemical that could be effective in the promotion of weight loss and weight control.  Nutrition, 27:463-470, 2011, published the results of a Taiwanese study on obese mice.  The researchers found that when the specimens' diets were supplemented with I3C, their overall weight, body fat, blood sugar, insulin and markers of inflammation were greatly reduced.  These same cruciferous vegetables have been also linked to the prevention of cancer and heart disease.

Here's Your Healthy Tip of the Day:  Listen to, or remember what your mother told you...eat your broccoli!  It's not only good for you, it will fill you up while helping you to lose some weight!