Broccoli- Another Power Food that's lavishly cheap!

Broccoli has a multitude of health benefits. It's high in vitamins C, K, and A, as well as dietary fiber.

It also contains multiple nutrients with potent anti-cancer properties (diindolylmethane and small amounts of selenium).

A high intake of broccoli has been found to reduce the risk of aggressive prostate cancer and is shown that it is also beneficial in the prevention of heart disease.

Home grown broccoli has large (10 to 20 cm) green heads and thick stalks. It is a cool season annual crop. You can purchase seed packets very inexpensively with instructions on planting for your region.

Sprouting broccoli has a larger number of heads with many thin stalks. It is planted in May to be harvested during the winter or early the following year in temperate climates. The heirloom variety "calabrese" available in North America is of this type.

Local farmers markets and organic markets are a great options if the shelf life is minimal and the prices are competitive.

Frozen broccoli is also a great option. Broccoli is cut fresh and frozen immediately and may have more health benefits than fresh (depending on where you purchase it from). In addition, when frozen broccoli goes on sale, you can stock up, cut back your trips to the grocery store, and save tremendously while doing your body a great deal of good.

Lavish Cheapskate Rating for Broccoli:

Scores 5 out of 5 for Best Value for your dollar.

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