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The so-called "wild mustard" is a plant of the genus Brassica, which belongs to the family Brasicaeae.
It comes from south-eastern Europe, and it is in limestone habitats in cliffs.
It forms a rosette of fleshy leaves that store water and nutrients.
After a time, the nutrients store up a yellow inflorescence.
This specie has been artificially cultivated by humans for hundreds of years because of their known food use.
We find this use in several varieties such as cauliflower, red cabbage, broccoli, and kale.
All these varieties are rich in vitamin C content, in addition to other vitamins and minerals needed for a balanced diet.
In addition, especially cabbage and broccoli Brussels contain high levels of antioxidants.
These antioxidants help to prevent some cancers because that protect against free radicals.
Studies conducted in Japan and the United States show that a high consumption of this plant inhibits the formation of cancer cells in the colon.
The antioxidant properties are also helpful in diseases of the heart and arteries.
The most important antioxidant is alpha - lipoic.
Cabbage is also useful in dieting. It contains very few calories, lots of water and a high proportion of potassium which helps to eliminate purifying liquids.
It is a plant rich in vitamin B, so it helps to maintain the conditions of the nervous system.
The content of folic acid is good for people suffering from stress.
It is a good ally of the bones due to its content of calcium and boron (which helps to fix calcium in the bones).