Broccoli helps fight effects of ultraviolet rays
Special protection to people with problems in their immune system and who are more at risk of skin cancer
The consumption of broccoli is not only good for general health, but also combat the effects of ultraviolet radiation from the sun, revealed a study released today by the journal Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences.
Scientists at Johns Hopkins University pointed out that the extract of the seeds of that vegetable, reduces redness of the skin and skin lesions to increase the production of enzymes that protect cells from radiation.
Until now it was known that broccoli is high in carbohydrates, vitamin C, vitamin A, potassium, folic acid, calcium and iron, all of which help fight a long list of diseases.
It also contains antioxidants and fiber to prevent increases in cholesterol and help regulate sugar and insulin in the blood.
The group of scientists managed to extract six people to try different doses in several areas of skin exposed to ultraviolet radiation and compared the state of skin with untreated areas.
As indicated in its higher doses, the extract reduced redness and swelling at an average of 37 percent, which ranged from eight percent to 78 percent, according to the ethnicity of the participants.
"This is important because it demonstrates that (the extract of the seeds of broccoli) is successful in humans," this effect had already been confirmed in animals. The extract can protect from ultraviolet radiation especially to people with problems in their immune system and who are more at risk of skin cancer.
However, the scientist explained that he should not be a substitute for sunscreen that are preventing the radiation to penetrate skin cells