Super Food Spotlight - Broccoli

From vitamins to vitality — the powerhouse behind your plate

oimmie · September 8, 2025 · 1 minute read

super food on the table including broccoli, avocado, nuts, spinach, cucumber

Intro

When we think of superfoods, broccoli is undeniably one of the healthiest vegetables. ‘Broccoli is often considered a nutritional powerhouse because of its numerous health benefits and nutrient density.’stated in an in-depth review of Broccoli’s nutritional attributes (1).

A good source of (1,2):

Vitamins: A, C, K1, B9 (Folate).
Minerals: Potassium, Manganese,Iron.
Dietary Fiber
Other Plant Compounds: Sulforaphane, Indole-3-carbinol, Carotenoids, Kaempferol, Quercetin.

Help us with (1):

Cancer Prevention
Immune System
Bone Strength
Heart Health
Eye Health
Digestive Health

Best Way to eat

According to the research done(3,4), steam cooking outperforms other cooking methods.

Worth Noting

For most of us, Broccoli is a healthy option. However, there are some potential downsides worth mentioning.

Thyroid Problems: It may be a concern when raw broccoli is eaten in excessive amounts. (2).
Bloating and Gas: This may be a concern for some people, especially those with certain bowel conditions. (5).
Blood Thinning Medication (2): Individuals taking blood-thinning medication should consult a healthcare professional about their broccoli intake..

Sources

Syed RU, et al. (2023). Broccoli: A Multi-Faceted Vegetable for Health: An In-Depth Review of Its Nutritional Attributes, Antimicrobial Abilities, and Anti-inflammatory Properties.

https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10376324/#B12-antibiotics-12-01157

Adda Bjarnadottir, MS, RDN (Ice). (2023). healthline. Broccoli 101: Nutrition Facts and Health Benefits.

https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/foods/broccoli

Kahlon TS, et al. (2008). Steam cooking significantly improves in vitro bile acid binding of collard greens, kale, mustard greens, broccoli, green bell pepper, and cabbage.

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/19083431/