Cabbage is packed in nutrients as vitamins, fibers and minerals and also in micronutrients too as vitamin A, iron and riboflavin.
Leticia Soares, Postgraduate Degree in Public and Family Health/Bachelor Degree in
Nutrition and Dietetics and Carolina Castro, PhD Candidate (Health Services) -
Wednesday 05 Oct 2022
Perspective from Leticia Soares
Benefits
- Cabbage can help control high blood pressure. Cabbage is a source of fiber, folic acid and potassium. Potassium relaxes the walls of the blood vessels, lowering blood pressure and protecting cardiovascular system.
- Cabbage may help in weight loss. The vegetable has few calories and it is rich in dietary fiber, which promotes the feeling of satiety for a longer time, helping in weight loss.
- Cabbage regular consumption contributes to a healthy vision. Cabbage is rich in vitamin A, which is one of the most important nutrients to reduce the risk of macular degeneration and vision loss.
- Cabbage can strengthen the immune system. Cabbage is a source of antioxidants compounds such as vitamin C, carotenoids and folate, which help prevent that free radical damage body cells and protect the body against infection.
- Cabbage help prevent constipation. The high dietary fiber content of cabbage can help make your stools larger and softer and this can help lower the risk of constipation and diarrhea.
- Cabbage has anti-inflammatory properties. The vegetable is a source of antioxidants that fight inflammation and prevent chronic diseases such as type 2 diabetes, heart disease, Alzheimer, cancer and depression.
- Excess consumption of cabbage can lead to increased gas, as it is high in sulphur and raffinose, which are substances that cause flatulence and gas.
- Cabbage is packed in nutrients as vitamins, fibers and minerals and also in micronutrients too as vitamin A, iron and riboflavin.
- Cruciferous vegetables as cabbage are rich in antioxidants and may help avoid inflammation.
- Cabbage has insoluble fibers, may improve digestive health and also feeds good bacteria known as probiotics.
- Cabbage is rich in pigments as anthocyanins and may have a protection effects in heart diseases.
- Cabbage as a cruciferous vegetable can have medication interactions with blood thinners.
- Excess of cabbage may also cause digestive symptoms as flatulence and diarrhea.
Possible Side Effects
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Perspective from Carolina Castro
Benefits
Possible Side Effects
→ Cabbage: How much should you eat? Experts weigh in.
→ Love Cabbage? Get nutritional facts, tips from health experts, and more
