Health benefits of Brussels Sprouts | Fusion - WeRIndia

Brussels sprout is a type of cruciferous vegetable. It is a member of the Gemmifera group of cabbages.

Brussels sprout is loaded with various nutrients and has excellent health benefits.

Being rich in vitamin K, Brussels sprout plays a vital role in the absorption of calcium. It also reduces its wastage through urine, and thus improves calcium levels in the body. Calcium is an essential mineral for bone health. Other minerals like copper, iron, phosphorus and manganese prevent osteoporosis and other bone related conditions. Vitamin K also helps in blood clotting.

Brussels sprout is rich in cancer inhibitors. Hence, it can combat cancer effectively. The Sulphur content in this vegetable restricts the onset of esophageal, prostate and pancreatic cancer according to some studies. The antioxidants help eliminate free radicals and prevent the risk of cancer.

It helps balance the hormone levels in the body due to some volatile compounds in it. It stimulates the thyroid gland and its functions, and thus can regulate hormone levels.

Being rich in vitamin C, it boosts the immune system. Vitamin C also aids in producing collagen which is helpful in regenerating cells, tissues and muscles. It is beneficial for your eye health. It stimulates the production of white blood cells, and thus can promote immunity.

Brussels sprout contains vitamin B family nutrients like riboflavin, folate, pantothenic acid, vitamin B2 etc. to help improve your metabolism. It also improves energy levels in your body.

It is loaded with dietary fibre which aids in digestion and reduces constipation. The fibre also helps in weight loss.

Brussels sprout is rich in folic acid levels; thus it can help pregnant women by preventing neutral tube defects.

Some previous studies proved that the antioxidant alpha-lipoic in this vegetable increased the insulin sensitivity while reducing the glucose levels.

It regulates blood pressure due to its potassium content.

The glucosinolates in this vegetable reduce inflammation.

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