Zane Mallett - 5th Period - Broccoli, It's a Wonderful Thing.

Summary: Broccoli is known for having plenty of vitamins and nutrients but now these green stubby trees can help us with arthritis. A study has proven that the substances in Broccoli have prevented the inflammation joints and tearing of cartilage. They began testing with mice, feeding them foods high in sulforaphane (a chemical found in broccoli.) This significantly reduced the damage being done to their cartilage and reduced the signs of osteoarthritis. They moved on to cow and human cells and found that the protection of the cartilage was just as effective as it was on the mice. If this is proven further then broccoli will be a key point in preventing the development of one’s arthritis.

 

Analysis: I think it’s incredible to see food as simple broccoli help prevent arthritis. It’s crazy to think about what we eat one day and then see how much we’ve helped our body on that same day. However, by the same token, what we eat on one particular day can take a large toll on our body.  We can save ourselves from things like cancer and heart disease just by making the right choices. Food can even determine little things like whether we’re going to feel drowsy or be full of energy all day. The saying "eat your veggies" still lives on.

Source: http://www.cnn.com/2013/08/28/health/broccoli-prevent-arthritis-time/index.html?hpt=he_t5