Not exact matches
UPDATE [3-27-16] So I want to say this right now so it's very clear and I said it above too: You can absolutely EAT crucifer veggies if you want, they are superfoods, they should be STEAMED or
COOKED and that will eliminate the
goitrogenic substances.
I don't think you need to be afraid of cruciferous vegetables
goitrogenic effects, just
cook them first to deactivate the
goitrogenic effects
Another benefit of
cooking cruciferous vegetables like broccoli is that it reduces the
goitrogenic chemicals in these plants that block the production of thyroid hormone.
Cooking also reduces the potential
goitrogenic effect of maca *.
The enzymes involved in the formation of
goitrogenic materials in plants can be at least partially destroyed by heat, allowing you to enjoy these foods in moderation when they are steamed or
cooked.
For example,
cooking may help inactivate the
goitrogenic compounds in broccoli.
Cooking them reduces the glucosinalate content that is largely responsible for the
goitrogenic effect.
Cooking only destroys this compound in
goitrogenic foods to a degree.
Cooking these foods on higher heat greatly lowers or deactivates the
goitrogenic properties, make sure you fully
cook these veggies and you can continue to enjoy them.
Cooking or lightly steaming will deactivate the glucosinolates, as will fermenting the vegetables (as in sauerkraut), thus diminishing the
goitrogenic activity.
Cooking and steaming can help reduce the overall
goitrogenic impact of these foods, so be sure the majority of your goitrogens are not raw.
Cooking kale, brussels sprouts, broccoli, and other similar veggies, however, reduces the
goitrogenic substances that you want to avoid.
UPDATE [3-27-16] So I want to say this right now so it's very clear and I said it above too: You can absolutely EAT crucifer veggies if you want, they are superfoods, they should be STEAMED or
COOKED and that will eliminate the
goitrogenic substances.
However,
cooking actually increases the
goitrogenic effect of millet!
Fortunately,
cooking lowers the
goitrogenic content of foods.
Cruciferous vegetables such as broccoli contain
goitrogenic compounds and may need to be
cooked before feeding.