Cruciferous vegetables - Wikipedia Cruciferous vegetables are vegetables of the family Brassicaceae (also called Cruciferae) with many genera, species, and cultivars being raised for food production such as cauliflower, cabbage, kale, garden cress, bok choy, broccoli, Brussels sprouts, mustard plant and similar green leaf vegetables
List of Cruciferous Vegetables With Pictures - Only Foods Almost all the best-known cruciferous vegetables, including broccoli, cabbage, cauliflower, kale, Brussels sprouts, and kohlrabi, come from a single species, Brassica oleracea, in the Brassicaceae family Together, these vegetables are referred to as cole crops or brassicas
Cruciferous Vegetables Guide - Gardening Know How In general, cruciferous vegetables are cool weather vegetables and have flowers that have four petals so that they resemble a cross In most cases, the leaves or flower buds of cruciferous vegetables are eaten, but there are a few where either the roots or seeds are also eaten
What Are Cruciferous Vegetables? - EatingWell Cruciferous vegetables are a group of plants in the Brassica genus, that includes broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, kale and many more They are packed with nutrients that support overall good health and are known for their potential cancer-fighting properties–they may be responsible for a reduced risk of breast cancer or prostate cancer
Cruciferous Vegetables: Health Benefits and Recipes Cruciferous vegetables contain folate, fiber, and vitamins C, E, and K They can support your digestion and have anticancer effects, among other benefits
Why to eat cruciferous vegetables - Mayo Clinic Health System These nutrition-packed vegetables range from 5 to 14 calories per ounce Consuming cruciferous vegetables, which are high in fiber, supports a healthy diet and helps reduce obesity Cruciferous vegetables are versatile Eat them raw or cooked, as a main or side dish and in salads