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89.2mg per 100g — 68% more than an orange. Boiling strips half of it; steam to preserve.
3-day broccoli sprouts contain 20–50× more glucoraphanin than mature broccoli. Discovered at Johns Hopkins, PNAS 1997.
2.82g protein, 2.6g fiber, 0.37g fat. One of the most nutrient-dense vegetables per calorie available.
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Is broccoli man-made? Its ancient Roman origins and 15 things you didn't know.
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Can dogs eat broccoli? Cats? Chickens? Honest, vet-informed answers for pet owners.
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Is Broccoli Man-Made? The Honest Answer
Broccoli does not exist in nature. Roman farmers selectively bred it from wild Mediterranean cabbage starting around the 6th century BCE.
Broccoli vs Cauliflower: Which Is Healthier?
Broccoli has 85% more vitamin C than cauliflower, plus sulforaphane that cauliflower only has in smaller amounts. Full USDA comparison inside.
Can Dogs Eat Broccoli? (Yes, But Read This First)
Safe in small amounts — under 10% of daily diet. The florets are fine; the stalk can cause GI irritation in large portions.