Crohn’s is an inflammatory bowel disorder that affects about seven of every 100,000 people in North America. Crohn’s disease is common in the United States and other developed countries where the typical diet is low in fiber and high in processed food.
Crohn’s disease most often affects the small and large intestines, but may occur in any area of the digestive tract. The main symptoms include abdominal pain, persistent diarrhea, fever, fatigue, and loss of appetite.
Researchers from scientists at the University of Liverpool in England, Linkoping University in Sweden, and at the Rowett Institute of Nutrition and Health at the University of Aberdeen in Scotland (Source) tested soluble fibers from broccoli, plantains, leeks, apples, and the food processing additives polysorbate 60 and 80.
They found that broccoli and plantain fibers prevented E. coli movement by between 45% and 82%; leek and apple fibers showed no impact. The food additive polysorbate 80, however, substantially increased E. coli movement.
Researchers conclude that supplementing diets with fibers from broccoli and plantains might prevent relapse of Crohn’s disease.
One of the key stages in the development of Crohn’s occurs when cells lining the bowel are attacked by bacteria, especially E. coli.
Raw Broccoli Nutrients Facts
This food is very low in Saturated Fat and Cholesterol. It is also a good source of Protein, Vitamin E (Alpha Tocopherol), Thiamin, Riboflavin, Pantothenic Acid, Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, Phosphorus and Selenium, and a very good source of Dietary Fiber, Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Vitamin K, Vitamin B6, Folate, Potassium and Manganese.
Broccoli Salad Recipe: Make easy broccoli salad dressing
Ingredients for 4 people
* 1 broccoli
* 4 cloves of garlic
* 1 teaspoon salt
* 1 / 3 cup olive oil
* 1 / 4 cup red wine vinegar
* 1 tablespoon mustard
* 1 / 2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Preparation
– Place the broccoli in salted water, then dry them well.
– Crush 4 cloves of garlic with 1 teaspoon salt on a platter with a fork.
– Put the mixture in a small bowl and add oil, vinegar and mustard.
– Mix and pour over broccoli.
– Sprinkle with parmesan cheese.
– Marinate for three hours before serving.
If you want to learn about Broccoli and Ideas to add them to your daily diet, I suggest you read: “The New Enchanted Broccoli Forest“
