What We're About:

The abbreviation is ''Appreciating The Existence Of Broccoli''.

We are about bring back the greatness of broccoli. Broccoli is often underrated and looked down upon in the vegetable world.

Reasons why broccoli should be appreciated more:

1. Has very little fat and has small calories.
According to the USDA Nutrient Database, one cup of chopped broccoli had 0 grams of fat and 31 grams of calories, making it a very proficcient choice for a light snack if hungry or on a diet of any sort.

2. Contains Sulforaphane
Sulforaphane has been proven to inhibit the enzymes involved in the growth of cancer cells. Studies have shown that sulforaphane has presented itself in promising results that show it can delay and reduce melanoma and different types of cancers.

3. Good for your bones!
Potassium is not the only thing good for your bones. Vitamin K is also very beneficial in keeping your bones in shape. One cup of broccoli has about 90 micrograms of Vitamin K, being over 100% of your reccommended daily intake. Vitamin K also improves calcium absorption and benefits towards your recommended daily intake of calcium.

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