Cabbage is valued for its high content of nutrients, vitamins and minerals.
The plant is rich in vitamins A, B1, B2, B6, C, E, PP and U, macro- and microelements.
Eating 200 grams of raw cabbage or 100-150 grams of sauerkraut will help you get your body’s daily requirement for vitamin C.
Benefits of cabbage
Cabbage is rich in fiber, which promotes satiety and normalizes metabolism.
Tartaric acid in cabbage prevents the conversion of carbohydrates into fat.
Regular consumption of cabbage helps reduce the risk of prostatitis, cardiovascular diseases and improves fetal development during pregnancy.
Who is cabbage harmful to?
However, cabbage is not always healthy. The vegetable is not recommended for people with high stomach acidity, gastritis, ulcers, colitis, diabetes and kidney problems.
Cabbage can cause discomfort if you have inflammation in the gastrointestinal tract or heart problems.
