Summary
A family of vegetables known for their anti-cancer and anti-estrogenic properties, as well as just being generally 'healthy'.
They possess a set of compound unique to them, and may exert benefits through doses found in foods rather than supplementation.
What are other names for Brassica vegetables
- Broccoli
- Cauliflower
- Brussel Sprouts
- Kale
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This meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials found that consumption of Brassica vegetables reduced total cholesterol to a small degree but did not affect other blood lipid parameters or markers of glycemic control.