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Cauliflower
May help prevent: cancer, heart disease, obesity.

Although lacking the brilliant colour of broccoli, cauliflower packs a powerful disease-fighting punch. Cauliflower supplies few calories but plenty of vitamin C, folate, potassium and fibre. These nutrients team up to fight against heart disease by lowering blood pressure, bad ‘LDL’ cholesterol and homocysteine levels. With low calories and filling fibre, cauliflower supports weight loss and maintenance. As a cruciferous cousin, cauliflower also provides a good source of isothiocyanates and indoles to battle cancer and tumor growth in many ways, as well as battle the signs of aging.

Action Tip: Dip cauliflower in lower fat dip or enjoy on its own. Add cauliflower florets to salad, stir-fry, anti-pasto, soups, casseroles or stews. Cauliflower is also delicious steamed and served with its cousin broccoli.