Story: Cauliflower Research
Episode: 5
Presenter: Julie Meek
Air Date: 9 May 2021

Who doesn’t love cauliflower? Did you know that researchers have found the humble cauliflower also have some very special health benefits?

• Cauliflower is what is known as a cruciferous vegetable from the Brassica family. It is a close cousin to broccoli, cabbage, Bok Choy and Brussels sprouts.
• Eating cauliflower and other cruciferous vegetables is known to reduce injurious falls and fractures.
• It is also associated with lower vascular calcification and can improve vascular and musculoskeletal health.
• Dr. Marc Sim and his teams research shows eating cauliflower rice is one way to incorporate cruciferous vegetables into your diet and is a lower carbohydrate alternative to eating rice.
• Cauliflower rice is a quick and easy dish to make in a blender or food processor and is packed full of healthy nutrients.
• The team at RPH Research Foundation have also found the cauliflower has a particular bonus for Type 2 Diabetics.