Reasons to love Brussels sprouts

Rich in essential vitamins One serving of Brussels sprouts (half a cup) supplies us with 20 essential vitamins, including 48 milligrams of the important antioxidant vitamin C, numerous B vitamins and 604 International Units of vitamin A. Vitamin A helps our retinas detect color, while the carotenoids zeaxanthin and lutein which sprouts also contain help filter light so that our retinas aren t exposed to harsh ultraviolet rays. For this reason, Brussels sprouts are especially good for growing children and adults with deteriorating eyesight.