Cabbage

Cabbage can prevent the risk of certain diseases and have many health benefits, these include: 

• It is packed with nutrients
• Can help to keep inflammation in check
• It is packed with vitamin C and K
• Helps to keep your heart healthy
• Improves digestion
• Lowers blood pressure
• Helps to lower cholesterol levels

Cooked cabbage is really good for you to include in your diet. In one cup of cooked cabbage there are only 3 calories; they are also high in fibre and low in fat.

Consuming cooked cabbage is better than raw as it supplies more antioxidants to the body, this is also similar to other vegetables.

Red cabbage is the healthiest cabbage as it is full of vitamin C, fibre and anthocyanins. It also can help to lower the risk of heart and liver damage, as well as decreasing cholesterol levels.

Cabbage should be avoided by those who have under-active thyroid gland.

As they are high in fibre it makes them harder to digest, therefore it is best to eat them cooked as it will be better for your stomach.

One cup of chopped cabbage has about 5 grams of carbs, fibre is also included in this amount.

Research shows that consuming vegetables such as cabbage, cauliflower and kale can potentially help control non-alcoholic fatty liver disease.

Cabbage should be included in your diet as it is low in fat and high in fibre. One cup of cooked cabbage contains 33 calories.

Cabbage is a natural alkaline food that helps regulate your body’s pH levels. By including cabbage in your diet it will help reduce any digestive issues.

The juices found in cabbage have cleansing elements that can make your skin much clearer and cleaner. It helps to prevent pimples and rashes as the vitamin C within works well with your skin.

Cabbage is a gas producing vegetable which can lead to bloating and gas pains. The main side effects of eating cabbage are diarrhea and stomach cramps, so it is wise to not consume as much.

Both cabbage and lettuce are low in calories and provide low amounts of protein, carbs and fat. Cabbage can be classed as being healthier as it is higher in minerals and contains more fibre which helps with digestive health.