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        pROduce pick: BROCCOLI
        Broccoli is a cruciferous vegetable closely   than many other vegetables! Broccoli is an   techniques. Data shows that gentle steam
        related to cabbage, kale, cauliflower, and   excellent source of fiber that promotes gut   retains the most nutrients, providing the
        Brussels  sprouts.  Part of the  Brassicaceae   health and may help prevent various diseases.   most benefits. However, you can  prepare
        family, broccoli is known for its edible,   It also contains high amounts of antioxidants   it in many different ways and still reap the
        immature flower heads. There are two   and plant compounds, which may help   nutrition benefits! Frozen broccoli is also a
        distinct forms: heading broccoli and   protect against certain cancers, lower LDL   great option if fresh is unavailable or if you
        sprouting broccoli. Heading broccoli is the   cholesterol levels, and promote good eye   want to save time while cooking. Bump
        most common form grown and consumed in   health. Due to its high levels of vitamin K,   up the nutrition of your next meal by
        the United States.                   broccoli may interact with blood thinners.   incorporating some broccoli!
        Broccoli is an excellent source of vitamin C,   So, if you or someone you care for is taking a   Source:
        vitamin K, folate, potassium, manganese, and   blood thinner, consult your physician before   https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/foods/
        iron. It is mostly water; however, it is jam-  modifying your broccoli intake.   broccoli
        packed with nutrients. It even contains about   Broccoli can be eaten raw or cooked.   https://fsi.colostate.edu/broccoli1/
        2.5 grams of protein per cup serving, more   Steaming is one of the more popular cooking
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