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BROCCOLI:
Known to be a good tonic
food and indicated for obesity, constipation, weak
digestive glands, toxemia, neuritis and high blood
pressure.
KNOWN EFFECTS |
May function as an anti-oxidant.
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When it comes to eating your vegetables, broccoli is one mean green you should indulge in as often as possible. As you may have noticed, it has made the first two top 10 lists—for protecting your heart and helping your digestive system—and it is among the top 20 best foods for overall age protection. That's because broccoli is a boon to good health in so many ways, says Robert E. C. Wildman, R.D., Ph.D., professor of nutrition and dietetics at the University of Delaware in Newark. "It really might be the ultimate vegetable." This stalky, treelike plant provides vitamins and other potent substances that put it in many of our top 10 lists for its protective power. Broccoli's deep-green color signals the presence of plenty of beta-carotene . This precursor to Vitamin A is known as an antioxidant. In the body, antioxidants put the brakes on molecules called free radicals, tough guys who wander about causing invisible damage that eventually leads to aging and increased risk for chronic diseases like cancer. In addition to its vitamin content, broccoli boasts at least four kinds of phytochemicals, cancer fighters in food that are neither vitamins nor minerals. With names like sulforaphane, phenethyl isothiocyanate, monoterpene, and indole, you might not believe that these are natural ingredients. But in fact, these tongue-twisting, health-enhancing compounds are abundant in nature. Here are some tips on how you can get more broccoli in your meals every day. These recommendations come from Linda Nebeling, R.D., Ph.D., a nutritionist for the Five a Day for Better Health program at the National Cancer Institute in Bethesda, Maryland. Eat 'em raw. Raw or lightly steamed broccoli has a hearty, satisfying crunch. When dunked into a low-fat dip, this veggie makes a great alternative to chips. So, next time you want to settle down with a bowl of something crispy, go for the green. Don't forget about soup. Broccoli doesn't have to be relegated to the corner of your dinner plate. Bring it to center stage by letting it star in a pot of soup. Cream of broccoli soup is a whole different way to capitalize on this vegetable. Substitute evaporated skim milk for heavy cream and use a blender to puree cooked broccoli until it's smooth.
Pick some florets. If preparing broccoli seems like a chore, check out the packages of already-trimmed broccoli at your grocery store. Florets, the top part of the vegetable with the thick stems already removed, are just right for steaming or sautéing. They may cost a bit more, but you will be more likely to eat them. "Having pre-cut vegetables available is helping a lot of people to eat healthier," says Margaret Barth, R.D., Ph.D., associate professor of nutrition and food science at the University of Kentucky in Lexington. "These products make a big difference to working moms and other busy people."
As you may have noticed, it has made the first two top 10 lists—for protecting your heart and helping your digestive system—and it is among the top 20 best foods for overall age protection. These products are derived from roots and leaves. Chemicals this supplement contains: Chlorophyll Superoxide-dismutase |
Antibacterial activity of broccoli compounds
By Dr. Prof. Ibrahim
Adnan Saracoglu
Antibacterial activity of broccoli compounds:The woody stalk (base of the plant) and also the flowering portion of the plant (broccoli) contains antibacterial compounds. Broccoli showed potent antibacterial activity and we isolated the active compounds. Instrumental analysis identified the compounds as isothiocyanate's. Some homologues of isothiocyanate's were also active against Escherichia coli, Staphylococcus aureus and Chlamydia. The antimicrobial potential of seven compounds isolated from broccoli was tested against the growth of Klebsiella pneumoniae, Aspergillus flavus, Bacillus cereus. The well known, syringic acid (0.5 mg/ml) completely inhibited the growth of Bacillus cereus. p-hydroxy benzoic and p-coumaric acid (0.3 mg/ml) completely inhibited the growth E.coli and Klebsiella pneumoniae. Broccoli treatment considered to be very valuable for treating genito-urinary problems. Studies have shown that broccoli treatment relieve the stress and the stenosis of genito-urinary systems, while helping to treat infection and to increase the blood circulation. The prostate begins to gradually produce its regular secrection. As consequence we expect the regulation of sexuell dysfunctions, the regulation of libido, elevation of ejaculate volume to normal level. Broccoli treatment helps tone the bladder, thereby helping to relieve straining pains. Purported immune system enhancer and boots physical energy. |
WHAT IS THE REASON THAT WE MUST CONSUME BOILED BROCCOLI ?Fresh broccoli (unboiled) contains some enzymes that must be deactivated. The simple way to deactivate these enzymes is to boil the broccoli in water for 5 minutes. After boiling for 5 minutes, the enzymes will become inactive. If these enzymes aren't deactivated, the broccoli cannot successfully treat those suffering from BPH, prostatitis, or general urinary tract infections.Broccoli contains very important compounds. These compounds can only treat those who are suffering from BPH or prostatitis when these enzymes are deactivated. If this is not done, the enzymes which broccoli contains start a different metabolic reaction so that the efficiency is reduced. Mr. Bob Klein wrote:" I suspect the "whole" broccoli plant is better than just taking the purified supplement." I will address this argument with the following: It is absolutely not true that taking the purified supplement is better than boiled broccoli plant juice. Some important compounds are removed during the purification process, these compounds are very important for the therapeutic effect on BPH, prostatitis, and urinary tract infections. Of course, it is possible to recover the other important compounds during the purification process and to then add the broccoli tablet so that the supplement can have a more efficient effect. For recovering the important compounds to make a supplement, it is important to use a fractional distillation process, with temperature gradient. |
| Recommended Intake and Preparation of Broccoli Treatment |
| Introduction: |
| Broccoli Treatment is a powerfull supplementary treatment and preventive against BPH, Prostatitis, IC (Interstitial Cystitis) and urinary tract infections (inc. bladder-, kidney-, vesicula seminalis infections, etc). |
| Broccoli Treatment (BT) has two effects at thesame time. The first one is the anti-inflammatory action. The second one ist theincreasing of the immunological system. This two properties make the BT powerful. None ofthe medicine or antibiotics used in treating prostatitis increase directly your immunological system, on the contrary, they reduced it. |
| In addition to these properties, Broccoli has an effect as antilithogen(solved stone) on ProstateStone. For the antilithogen effect you must applied BT at leastfor two months with double quantity of Broccoli. |
| You can consume Broccoli both as a fresh vegetable or frozen. There is nodifference between them in regards to the effects. The Broccoli Treatment is for 21days. Broccoli shold be applied as a cure. Broccoli has noside effects and no interactions with medicine. |
| Preparation: You use the woody stalk (base of the plant) and also use the floweringportion of the plant for the preparation. Minimum 250 grams (apprao. 9oz) broccoli should be boiled with low heat (closing the lid) in 1 liter (41/2 cups) water for 5 minutes.Half of thejuice of the broccoli should be taken in the mornings (empty) and the other half evenings(empty). Use it all up each day and start fresh the next day. After it's consumed,youshould not eat or drink anything (except water) for 20 minutes. It is also veryadvantageous to eat the boiled Broccoli for lunch. This application will be done everydayfor one week. There will be a 3 day break at the end of every 7 th day. It should be done 21 days in total,not counting the breaks. |
PS:More than 250 grams Broccoli
boiled in 1-liter water increases theefficacy. No more
than 500 grams Broccoli in 1-liter of water is needed.
Attention: |
| During the Broccoli Treatment, spice is absolutely forbidden, you should avoid fromconsuming all kinds of coffee and animal fat. |
Expected results during and after
Broccoli Therapy:
Broccoli have the following properties you you profit simultaneously during the Broccoli Therapy:
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| HOW DOES THE HEALING EFFECT OF THE
BROCCOLI TREATMENT WORK?
The following effects will be recovered (re-established) by means of Broccoli Treatment.
Stenosis (narrowing) of Uro-genital channels and its Consequences: Generally, the stenosis (narrowing) of the uro-genital domain develops asymptomatic. Stenosis begins very slowly and approximately and it usually makes itself noticeable at age 40. Stenosis can be accelerated via stress, heavy lifting, and bad nutrition. At the beginning, stenosis of the uro-genital system reduces the volume of vessels (channels). Activities like weightlifting and stress increase the stenosis. Flow of secretions through the vessels will be gradually blocked. Disturbed circulation of blood (ischemia) in the uro-genital domain makes itself noticeable. Prostate ischemia especially makes itself noticeable. Blocked flow of secretions and ischemia occurs at the same time (simultaneously), which causes disturbed circulation at the prostate gland. Testosterone is a hormone, which is produced in the testes. Testosterone hormone circulates in the blood. Testosterone is transported by means of protein (carrier molecule) to the prostate. Because of the disturbed circulation, the testosterone hormone cannot reach the prostate.This means the prostate is now deficient of the testosterone hormone. Deficiency of testosterone causes the prostate to be unable to produce its secretions. The prostate gradually begins to enlarge because of the testosterone deficiency. The enlarged prostate gradually narrows the urethra. The consequence of a narrowed urethra is disturbed urination. Under these conditions, the bladder cannot totally be emptied (residual urine). After each urination, residual urine exists in the bladder. In residual urine, microscopic crystals, which have sharp edges, can build up. During urination, these sharp edged crystals irritate the urethra. Micro-crystals cause micro injuries to the urethra. Broccoli has the very important action as a vaso-dilator (expansion of vessels) on all urogenital system (vas deferens, ampulla, etc). The prostate muscles especially will relax during the broccoli treatment. After the relaxation of the muscles and the prostate gland, the blood circulation will return to its normal circulation. Now, the testosterone hormone can reach the prostate. The prostate begins to gradually produce its secretions. Ejaculation volume normalizes also. |
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Hot Potato and Broccoli Salad (serves 6)
160 calories per serving
4 medium potatoes, peeled |
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Cook the potatoes until tender, then dice them; cook the broccoli until tender. Keep both hot. Combine the remaining ingredients. Bring just to a boil, stirring. Pour over the vegetables and toss gently. This salad is also delicious served cold.
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