8 Benefits of the Superfood Cauliflower

Janice Tovey
2 min readDec 26, 2021

A most nutritious vegetable

A picture of the superfood cauliflower that boasts 9 health benefits. Delicious and nutritious to include in your diet everyday,
Photo by Louis Hansel on Unsplash

Cauliflower supports immune health: The cauliflower is famously high in Vitamin C. Vitamin C is known for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects. Immunity is extremely important in the face of widespread illnesses such as Covid. Boost your vitamin C intake with this delicious vegetable.

Cauliflower aids in weight reduction: Cauliflower has 25 calories in one cup. It is very rich in fiber. Fiber slows digestion and you feel satisfied longer. It can also keep your body hydrated. Cauliflower is 92 percent water. Cauliflower is the perfect choice for anyone looking to loose weight.

Cauliflower can lower the risk of cancer: Cauliflower chemical compounds are known as phytonutrients. Phytonutrients are associated with protection against chronic diseases. Cauliflower has high contents of isothiocyanates, and glucosinolates. Both of these antioxidants have been shown to reduce cancer. This is especially true for colon, lung, breast, and prostrate cancer.

Cauliflower can be substituted for grains: Cauliflower can be of great assistance if you are on a low-carb diet, or just looking to eat more vegetables. Cauliflower has 9 times less carbs than rice and many more vitamins and nutrients. Why not try cauliflower crust pizza, cauliflower tortillas or cauliflower mash?

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Janice Tovey

My passion is writing. I also love reading, teaching, animals, nature, music, and humor. I am curious about everything and enjoy writing about all things.