Love it or hate it, Swedish scientists have found another reason for you to load up on broccoli, or at least finish what’s on your plate. As it turns out, sulforaphane, a powerhouse antioxidant found in the vegetable, could be Nature’s secret weapon against type 2 diabetes, offering obese patients a way to slash their blood glucose levels and fight the disease.

This is not the first time sulforaphane has been in the health spotlight. Found in cruciferous greens such as broccoli and cabbage (though if you want to get the most bang for your bite, broccoli sprouts are the way to go), the compound is known for its cancer-fighting and anti-inflammation properties. However hardly anything was known about its effect on type 2 diabetes until now.

Type 2 diabetes occurs when the body isn’t able to make enough insulin or to use the hormone to regulate blood glucose levels. This causes a build-up of sugar in the blood and for obese patients, their excess body fat makes it harder for the liver and muscle tissue to absorb this excess blood glucose. At […]