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Brussels sprouts are small and round vegetables formed by several layers of green leafy. They look like miniature cabbages, and belong to the family of cruciferous vegetables like cauliflowers.

Its flavor is intense but very delicious, and are an extremely beneficial to the health of our organism.

Benefits of the delicious Brussels sprouts

They are rich in potassium, calcium, iron, phosphorus and magnesium. They have good water content, protein and carbohydrates. They are good for heart health, they prevent hypertension and lower levels of bad cholesterol. They are also diuretic, so they help eliminate toxins from the body.

Its high fiber content, makes them an excellent choice for people with constipation problems. And contain glutamine, an amino acid acidity eliminates and prevents ulcers, are wonderful for the alimentary tract.

These vegetables provide us vitamins A, C and E.

Vitamin A protects our view, while allowing the development of bones, while vitamin C benefits our skin and respiratory system. And vitamin E, considered by many experts as the most important antioxidant of all, fights free radicals and prevents premature aging.

There are numerous studies linking Brussels sprouts with cancer prevention. And this food contains a substance called sinigrina which, besides being a liver protectant, acts to suppress the development of precancerous cells. We must also emphasize its anti-inflammatory properties that are great to help us when we suffer infections.

Although we can prepare Brussels sprouts in different ways, he healthiest way to cook them is steamed. When combined with butter are great. It includes these sprouts in your daily diet; in each of its leaves they are hidden miraculous benefits.