Broccoli, cooked, boiled, drained

vegetables

USDA name: Broccoli, cooked, boiled, drained, without salt

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146 cal
P:2gC:7gF:0g
3.3g fiber
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 100g

Calories146

Total Fat0.4g

Saturated Fat0.0g

Total Carbs7.2g

Fiber3.3g

Sugars1.4g

Protein2.4g

Macro Breakdown

Protein2.4g (23%)
Carbs7.2g (68%)
Fat0.4g (9%)

Health Scores (0-10)

10.0
Metabolic
10.0
Inflammation
7.7
Hormonal
6.8
Gut Health
10.0
Skin Health
5.0
Brain Health
9.1
Bone Health
7.2
Sleep
6.6
Exercise
6.1
Longevity
5.6
Detox
10.0
Immunity
6.9
Pral
6.2
Satiety
0.0
Nutrient Density
10.0
Bioavailability
10.0
Electrolyte
7.2
Methylation

๐Ÿงฌ How Broccoli, cooked, boiled, drained Affects Your Health

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Testosterone 4% DV

Zinc (undefined% DV) supports testosterone production. It's a cofactor for 5ฮฑ-reductase and inhibits aromatase.

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Cortisol & Stress 5% DV

Magnesium (undefined% DV) calms the nervous system. It blocks NMDA receptors and reduces stress-induced cortisol spikes.

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Cortisol 12% DV

Vitamin B6 (undefined% DV) helps produce serotonin and GABA โ€” calming neurotransmitters that counter cortisol.

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Thyroid 3% DV

Selenium (undefined% DV) converts T4 to active T3. Essential for thyroid function.

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Anemia

vitamin c + folate. Iron-deficiency is the most common nutritional deficiency. Vitamin C increases non-heme iron absorpt.

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Inflammation

vitamin c + vitamin e. Omega-3 EPA/DHA โ†’ resolvins (pro-resolving mediators). Antioxidants neutralize free radicals. Fiber .

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Iron 4% DV

4% DV. Supports red blood cells and oxygen transport. Low iron = fatigue, brain fog.

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Magnesium 5% DV

5% DV. Calms nerves, relaxes muscles, supports sleep.

Complete Nutrient Profile

NutrientAmount / 100g% Daily Value
Energy Kcal146.0 kJโ€”
Protein2.4 g5% DV
Total Fat0.4 g1% DV
Carbohydrate7.2 g3% DV
Fiber3.3 g12% DV
Sugar1.4 g3% DV
Sodium41.0 mg2% DV
Calcium40.0 mg3% DV
Iron0.7 mg4% DV
Magnesium21.0 mg5% DV
Phosphorus67.0 mg5% DV
Potassium293.0 mg6% DV
Zinc0.5 mg4% DV
Vitamin C64.9 mg72% DV
Vitamin B60.2 mg12% DV
Folate108.0 ยตg27% DV
Vitamin A77.0 ยตg9% DV
Vitamin E1.4 mg10% DV
Selenium1.6 ยตg3% DV

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does Broccoli, cooked, boiled, drained, without salt support gut health?
Broccoli, cooked, boiled, drained, without salt contains 3.3g of fiber per 100g (12% DV). Fiber feeds beneficial gut bacteria, which produce short-chain fatty acids (butyrate) that reduce inflammation, strengthen the gut barrier, and improve insulin sensitivity.
Does Broccoli, cooked, boiled, drained, without salt affect hormones?
Yes โ€” Broccoli, cooked, boiled, drained, without salt is rich in vitamin b6 (12% DV), which Cofactor for neurotransmitter synthesis (serotonin, dopamine, GABA). Supports progesterone production in luteal phase.. vitamin b6 supports Progesterone and Dopamine production. fiber supports Estrogen and Insulin production.
Is Broccoli, cooked, boiled, drained, without salt good for blood pressure?
Yes. Broccoli, cooked, boiled, drained, without salt provides 293mg of potassium per 100g (6% DV). Potassium helps lower blood pressure by counteracting sodium's effects and relaxing blood vessel walls. The sodium-to-potassium ratio is 7.1.
Does Broccoli, cooked, boiled, drained, without salt boost immunity?
Yes. Broccoli, cooked, boiled, drained, without salt provides 64.9mg of vitamin C per 100g (72% DV) โ€” one of the best food sources. Vitamin C supports white blood cell production, acts as an antioxidant, and strengthens skin barrier defense.
Does Broccoli, cooked, boiled, drained, without salt contain anti-nutrients?
Oxalates (spinach, beet greens, Swiss chard โ€” bind calcium). Goitrogens (raw cruciferous โ€” broccoli, kale, cabbage โ€” can impair thyroid iodine uptake). Cooking cruciferous vegetables deactivates goitrogens. Pair high-oxalate greens with calcium-rich foods (they bind in gut, not kidneys). Avoid green potatoes. Only a concern with very high raw intake + iodine deficiency (for goitrogens) or kidney stone history (for oxalates).