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COLUMBUS , Ohio Researchers have isolated compounds from the vegetable broccoli that they believe may help prevent or slow the progress of bladder cancer.
A delicious stir-fry made with silky tofu and broccoli, carrots, celery and onions, all tossed in our special sauce and served over a bed of white rice. Analysis based upon 2 cups of rice; actual amount may vary. Analysis does not include cooking oil.
The Institute of Food Research (IFR) undertake independent science for food and health. Research at the Institute of Food Research stimulates industrial innovation, improves the safety of the food supply, helps consumers choose a healthy diet and contributes to the quality of food and ingredients.
Add asparagus and mushrooms, and sauté just until tender, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat. Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds, and season with salt and pepper. Serve hot. Serves 4.
Several other vegetables belong to this group, includ- ing Brussels sprouts, Chinese cabbage, and kohlrabi, but these are considered minor vegetables. Cole crops are cool season vegetables that grow best at temperatures between 60o and 68o F.
Above: A California researcher who tested growing broccoli before strawberries to control wilt commonly managed with methyl bromide found he could consistently reduce the disease by diversifying the rotation and incorporating crop residue.
Johns Hopkins scientists have found that sulforaphane, a chemical present at high levels in a precursor form in broccoli and related veggies (cauliflower, Brussels sprouts, etc.), helps prevent the severe blistering and skin breakage brought on by the rare and potentially fatal genetic disease
Tan, D. K. Y. and Birch, C. J. and Wearing, A. H. and Rickert, K. G. (2004) Modelling Broccoli Development, Yield and Quality. In Fisher, T., Eds. New Directions for a Diverse Planet: Proceedings for the 4th International Crop Science Congress, 26 September - 1 October, 2004, Brisbane, Australia.