Health Benefits of Cabbage
Health Benefits of Cabbage
Cabbage is a leafy green, purple, or white cruciferous vegetable belonging to the brassica oleracea family that also includes broccoli, cauliflower and brussel sprouts.
Cabbage contains essential vitamins and minerals including calcium, magnesium, thiamine, niacin, and folate. Cabbage contains 56% of the daily value of vitamin K and 36% of the daily value of vitamin C.
Cabbage is rich in antioxidants including lutein, choline, beta-carotene, and zeaxanthin and also flavonoids including kaempferol, quercentin and apigenin.
Cabbage contains the cancer-fighting compound sulforaphane. Small studies have shown that cabbage may protect against breast, prostate, melanoma, pancreatic, esophageal cancers but more research is needed.
Cabbage has anti-inflammatory properties.
Cabbage may help promote digestive health, treat constipation and promote weight loss due to its rich fiber content.
Cabbage may also promote heart health and reduce bad cholesterol levels. Cabbage may also reduce high blood pressure levels.
Cabbage may also improve eye health and prevent macular degeneration due to its beta-carotene content.
Cabbage may help promote skin health, wound healing, treat dry skin and reduce wrinkles.
Cabbage may promote bone health, brain health, muscle aches and boost your immunity.
Cabbage is a rich source of vitamin K and may interact with certain medications such as blood thinners.
As always, consult with your physician.
Sources:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cabbage