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Get your complete broccoli benefits in capsule form! Vitalica is the only supplement guaranteeing a verifiable quantity of sgs (glucoraphanin) in every capsule. C S Agra has made this possible by developing broccoli varieties, through traditional methods, exceptionally high in sgs content.
Vitalica is packaged in a tamper resistant box. Each capsule is individually blister-packed inside a foil/plastic card for freshness.
Suggested Use:
30 Capsules, taken once daily as directed on label, yeild one month supply. Every capsule contains 30mg of sgs glucosinolate.
Mom always said to eat those vegetables, and epidemiological studies through the years back her up, showing people who consume large quantities of fruits and vegetables have a much lower risk of developing ill health.
Biological Background: Broccoli is a dark-green vegetable with small, tight heads (curds) mounted on stem-like buds, and is a member of Brassica family of the Cruciferous vegetables. It is one of the most popular vegetables and was originated in Italy.
Nutritional Information: One cup of chopped and cooked broccoli (146 g) provides 46 calories, 4.6 g protein, 8.7 g carbohydrates, 6.4 g fiber, 178 g calcium, 1.8 mg iron, 220 RE vitamin A, 0.13 mg thiamin, 0.32 mg riboflavin, 1.18 mg niacin, 98 mg vitamin C.
Pharmacological Information: Broccoli is abundant in numerous strong, well-known phytochemicals and antioxidants, including indoles, isothiocyanates, quercetin, glutathione, beta carotene, vitaminC, folate, lutein, glucarate, and glutathione. Broccoli is rich in cholesterol-reducing fiber and has antiviral and antiulcer activity. It is a super source of chromium that helps regulate insulin and bloodsugar. Broccoli is also a good source of calcium, thus people with osteoporosis amy benefit from broccoli. However, brocoli is one of the leading intestinal gas producers.
Eating Tips: If you also eat freh broccoli produce remeber that heavy cooking and processing destroy some of the anti oxidants and phytochemicals such as indoles and glutathione. Eat raw or lightly cooked as in microwave and stir-fry. To reduce its gas production, eat broccoli with ginger or garlic.
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