Brassica oleracea L.var.italic Planch profile
The leaves of Brassica oleracea L.var.italic Planch are large, and the top of the main stem forms a hypertrophic curd, green or purple-green. The small flower buds on the surface are not densely packed, and the tops of the side branches each have small curds. Brassica oleracea L.var.italic Planch was originally produced in Italy along the Mediterranean coast of Europe and was introduced to China at the end of the 19th century.
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Nutritional value of Brassica oleracea L.var.italic Planch
The nutrients in Brassica oleracea L.var.italic Planch are not only high in content, but also very comprehensive, mainly including protein, carbohydrates, fats, minerals, vitamin C and carotene. In addition, the mineral composition of Brassica oleracea L.var.italic Planch is more comprehensive than other vegetables. The content of calcium, phosphorus, iron, potassium, zinc, and manganese in Brassica oleracea L.var.italic Planch are all rich, which is much higher than that of cabbage flowers that belong to the same cruciferous family.
Anticancer effect of Brassica oleracea L.var.italic Planch
The anticancer effect of Brassica oleracea L.var.italic Planch is an important content of research by Western countries and Japanese scientists in recent years. Brassica oleracea L.var.italic Planch is among the top in the anti-cancer vegetable rankings announced by the National Cancer Research Center of Japan. The American "Nutrition" magazine also published the research results of Brassica oleracea L.var.italic Planch which can effectively prevent prostate cancer. The anticancer effect of Brassica oleracea L.var.italic Planch is mainly attributed to the glucosinolate contained in it. It is said that long-term consumption can reduce the incidence of breast cancer, rectal cancer and gastric cancer.
In addition to fighting cancer, Brassica oleracea L.var.italic Planch is also rich in ascorbic acid, which can enhance the liver's detoxification ability and improve the body's immunity. A certain amount of flavonoids can regulate and prevent hypertension and heart disease. At the same time, Brassica oleracea L.var.italic Planch is a high-fiber vegetable, which can effectively reduce the absorption of glucose by the intestines and stomach, thereby lowering blood sugar and effectively controlling diabetes.