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From a strictly pragmatic perspective focused on health impact:If you’re not trolling you are legitimately dumb and probably should have paid more attention in biology or nutrition class. What a waste of my time
This post of yours word for word reeks like an ignorant antivaxx/flat earther who clearly did not do well in class and chooses to doubt an entire internet’s worth of legitimate health advice. Sorry to break it to you but you don’t know anything ‘special’ nutritionists already know.
Broccoli contains compounds like glucosinolates (which can form goitrogens) and antinutrients like oxalates, potentially interfering with thyroid function and mineral absorption. Its high fiber content, while often praised, can strain digestion, particularly in those with sensitive guts. Furthermore, many of its nutrients are in forms that require conversion to bioactive states (e.g., beta-carotene to vitamin A, plant-based iron to heme iron), which is inherently inefficient. The cellulose structure limits nutrient bioavailability unless thoroughly cooked or blended.
While it provides certain micronutrients, these are accessible in far more bioavailable and digestible forms from animal-based foods. Broccoli’s defensive compounds and limited bioavailability could reasonably lead one to conclude that, pragmatically, its downsides outweigh its potential benefits for many people.