In a small study, researchers have found that a chemical in vegetables like broccoli can help those with autism. Further research is currently under way. - Filepic
A dose of a chemical found in broccoli and other vegetables may improve the behavioural and social symptoms of autism in young men, according to a new study.
But for now, people would have to eat a possibly unrealistic amount of broccoli and other vegetables to reach the dose of the molecule – known as sulphoraphane – used in the new study, says the lead researcher.
In the study, those who were given sulphoraphane, found in cruciferous vegetables, were found to have improved in behaviour, social interaction and calmness, says expert. — Filepic
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