In our part of the world, fall season has started. It is time for hearty and warm foods... especially when a lot of people are prone to catch a cold or a flu. This series explores natural immunity boosting foods. And the key element of a good immunity being nutrition, the first article is about broccoli.

Broccoli is what we call a good carb. It contains a lot of fiber, which helps to digest, prevents constipation and maintains low blood sugar levels. Additionally, broccoli, which is an antioxidant, is rich in vitamin C and minerals like calcium. It has potassium and even some protein.

The main health benefits of broccoli are:

- it is good for the heart

- it contains cancer protective compounds

- it may help in case you suffer from osteoarthritis.

Beware of consuming broccoli in the following cases:

- if you suffer from irritable bowl syndrome (IBS), as it may give you gas

- if you have kidney problems

- if you take blood thinners.

Broccoli can be roasted, cooked or eaten in form of a soup.

Bon appétit!