[Latin Name] Brassica oleracea L.var.italica L.

[Plant Source] from China

[Specifications]10:1

[Appearance] Light green to green powder

Plant Part Used: whole plant

[Particle size] 60 Mesh

[Loss on drying] ≤8.0%

[Heavy Metal] ≤10PPM

[Storage] Store in cool & dry area, keep away from the direct light and heat.

[Shelf life] 24 Months

[Package] Packed in paper-drums and two plastic-bags inside.

[Net weight] 25kgs/drum

Broccoli is a member of the cabbage family, and is closely related to cauliflower. Its cultivation originated in Italy. Broccolo, its Italian name, means “cabbage sprout.” Because of its different components, broccoli provides a range of tastes and textures, from soft and flowery (the floret) to fibrous and crunchy (the stem and stalk). Broccoli contains glucosinolates, phytochemicals which break down to compounds called indoles and isothiocyanates (such as sulphoraphane). Broccoli also contains the carotenoid, lutein. Broccoli is an excellent source of the vitamins K, C, and A, as well as folate and fiber. Broccoli is a very good source of phosphorus, potassium, magnesium and the vitamins B6 and E.

Main Function

(1).With the function of anti-cancer, and effectively improving capability of blood scavenging;

(2).Having the great effect to prevent and regulate hypertension;

(3).With the function of enhancing liver detoxification, improve immunity;

(4).With the function of reducing blood sugar and cholesterol.

4. Application

(1).As drugs raw materials of anti-cancer, it is mainly used in pharmaceutical field;

(2).Applied in health product field, it can be used as raw material in health food, the purpose is to enhance immunity

(3).Applied in food fields, it is widely used as functional food additive.

Important: Medications can interact with all forms of grapefruit – the fresh fruit, juice or even the frozen concentrate can result in problems. Interactions may occur with commonly used drugs – such as those that lower cholesterol, treat high blood pressure, or fight cancer. If you drink grapefruit juice, always have your pharmacist check for drug interactions with any new prescription or over-the-counter (OTC) drug.

Oranges and lemons are the most commonly used citrus fruits. But did you know that grapefruits can be great for your health?

Grapefruits can be good for your body in many ways. In fact, grapefruit is known as the “fruit from paradise” because it’s very helpful to your health, and can also stop sicknesses from coming.

Grapefruits are full of vitamin C, a strong antioxidant. They also have vitamin A, potassium, folate, thiamin, vitamin B6, calcium, iron, copper, phosphorus, and magnesium, and some phytonutrients and flavonoids.

Here are the top 10 ways grapefruit can be good for your health.

1. Aids Weight Loss

Grapefruits are good for people trying to lose weight  because they are full of vitamin C, fiber, and water. The vitamin C will help your metabolic system work properly and also control the breaking down of fats, which will help the body burn fat.

2. Stabilizes Blood Sugar

The American Diabetes Association advises people with diabetes to eat grapefruit. This is because grapefruit is a low- glycemic food, and does not cause blood sugar to rise right after it’s eaten.

3. Protects Against Cancer

Grapefruit can help lower the risk of cancers of the stomach, colon, bladder, breast, and esophagus.

4. Reduces Risk of Kidney Stones

Drinking grapefruit juice every day can help lessen the risk of calcium oxalate kidney stones. Because grapefruits have so much citric acid they can stop stones from forming, and even break up small stones that have already formed. Citric acid makes the urine unfit for stones to form.

5. Protects Heart Health

Grapefruits are also good for our heart health, because they are full of vitamin C. They also have a lot of potassium, which works as a vasodilator, which means that it helps the blood vessels and arteries relax. This lowers blood pressure and lessens the risk of heart attacks and strokes.

6. Lowers Bad Cholesterol

Grapefruits have a few flavonoids. The main flavonoid hesperidin in grapefruits raises ‘good’ high- density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol and lowers ‘bad’ low- density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol and triglycerides. A study done in 2006 showed that eating only one grapefruit a day can help lower your LDL cholesterol levels by 15.5 percent and triglycerides by 27 percent.

7. Boosts Immunity

Grapefruits help raise immunity and lessen the  problem of getting infections and common colds.

8. Improves Skin Health

The vitamin C in grapefruit is also good for healthy skin. Vitamin C is needed to make healthy collagen which helps keep your skin plump and smooth. Also, because of the grapefruit’s antioxidants, it fights the body’s cell aging that’s caused by harmful free radicals.

9. Fights Gum Disease

Because grapefruits have so much vitamin C, they are very helpful for fighting gum disease. A healthy gum line is important for strong teeth. A study done in 2005 showed that eating grapefruit every day lessened gum bleeding in people with gum disease.

10. Cleanses the Liver

Grapefruits can help clean out poisons from the liver because it has glutathione, a strong antioxidant that gets rid of free radicals.

The phytonutrients in grapefruit, called limonoids, help take  toxins out of the liver by making them melt from water.

Also, the flavonoid compound called naringenin helps the liver burn fat, instead of storing it.

Make sure to always buy grapefruit that are firm and springy to the touch.

For extra health, choose the pink and red grapefruits.

Keep grapefruits stored at room temperature before juicing them to get the most out of them.

To better the taste if you find that your grapefruit juice is too bitter or sour, add juice form green apples or carrots.

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