Why Cauliflower Should Be On Your Grocery List

[Guest guest]

I just knew would appreciate this. It came in todays Dr Weil

email. I have always eaten cauliflower, mostly because I like

variety and because I know Cauliflower is good for me. But since

learning little tips such as 's soup and the fact that both

steaming and roasting make a Cauliflower that I actually like to

taste, I have increased it's consumption in our family diet. Thanks

and all for opening my eyes.

Velda

Part of the cruciferous vegetable group, cauliflower is a

refrigerator must-have. It is rich in antioxidants, notably

indole-3-carbinol (I-3-C), which research indicates may help

protect against cancers and heart disease. It's also inexpensive;

a good source of vitamins C and K, fiber and folic

acid; low in calories and versatile. Eat it raw, steamed,

baked, roasted or pureed to make creamy sauces and thicken soups.

If cauliflower (and other cruciferous vegetables) causes you to

have gas, try eating yogurt, kefir, or buttermilk regularly (or

take probiotic supplements) to boost the friendly bacteria in your

colon. You might also try adding lemon juice to your meals, and

limiting high-fat foods. These simple steps can reduce bloating

and discomfort and help the stomach to empty faster, allowing

gas-producing compounds to move more readily into the small

intestine.