American nutritionists are calling on people to eat more broccoli in the fall, as the florets are at their most nutritious during this time.
Some call broccoli a "gift from heaven" and "the poor man's doctor." This is because regularly eating broccoli can soothe the throat, clear the voice, moisten the lungs, and relieve coughing. Long-term consumption can also reduce the risk of developing cancers such as breast cancer, colorectal cancer, and stomach cancer.
Broccoli has a remarkable effect in killing the Helicobacter pylori bacteria that causes stomach cancer. Broccoli is one of the foods richest in flavonoids. Besides preventing infections, flavonoids are the best blood vessel cleansers; they can prevent cholesterol oxidation and stop platelets from clotting, thereby reducing the risk of heart disease and stroke.
Some people's skin turns blue and purple from minor bumps and injuries, which is due to a vitamin K deficiency. The best way to supplement this is to eat more broccoli.