Broccoli May Help the Brain Heal

[Harry Hirsute]

19/09/2007 - A substance found in broccoli could help preserve the integrity of a barrier protecting the brain following injury, according to an animal study.

Research published in the Journal of Neuroscience suggests the chemical sulforaphane, which is found in broccoli and other cruciferous vegetables, could help boost the condition of the blood-brain barrier if it is damaged.

If the results are translated into humans, the study could come us another boost to broccoli, which has also been labelled as a superfood due to its high nutrient content.
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The blood-brain barrier is a membrane structure that acts primarily to protect the brain from harmful chemicals in the blood, while still allowing essential metabolic function.

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