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Is it better to eat raw or cooked bok choy?

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Raw bok choy contains an enzyme called myrosinase which produces the beneficial compound sulforaphane, but can also, in excessive amounts, affect thyroid function. Is it better to eat raw or cooked bok choy? The answer lies in understanding how heat impacts its unique nutritional profile, flavor, and texture.