A new range of super vegetables has been launched today, which are the promoters say are scientifically proven to contain more than 40 percent more antioxidants than regular varieties.
Vital Vegetables was developed by Australian scientists at the Department of Primary Industries (Victoria), Vilmorin Cie and Plant & Food Research.
Booster Broccoli is the first in the new range of super vegetables and contains significantly more active antioxidants than regular varieties, including high levels of sulforaphane (SF), a naturally occurring, long-lasting antioxidant.
Antioxidants have been proven to reduce the risk of a range of diseases such as heart disease, certain cancer and obesity.
Dr Rod Jones, leading scientist at the DPI, led a large team of researchers behind the initiative and believes this is one of the most important developments in the fight against serious illnesses.
"We know that 1 in 3 people could greatly reduce their risk of cancer through simple changes to their lifestyle, like eating a greater variety of healthy foods rich in anti-oxidants, not smoking and maintaining a healthy weight," Dr Jones said.
"Our research suggests the higher level of antioxidants found in Booster Broccoli may increase health and well-being and reduce the incidences of serious illnesses," he said.
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