Steaming Broccoli Enhances Its Anti-Cancer Properties
By now, adding veggies to your diet is a no brainer.
There are countless benefits to enjoying greens, and minimizing your risk of cancer is a huge one. However, the method with which you choose to prepare vegetables can impact their amount of cancer-fighting properties.
A recent study found that steaming broccoli seemed to enhance the anti-cancer elements of broccoli, while microwaving or boiling the cruciferous vegetable destroyed the cancer-fighting benefits.
Check out the slideshow above to learn why steaming --not microwaving -- broccoli is the best way to increase its ability to fight cancer.
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