CABBAGE BENEFITS - 13 Impressive Health Benefits of Cabbage
Although Cabbage is full of nutrients it’s still less consumed than broccoli and kale.
All these vegetables along with cauliflower belong to the same plant species called Brassica.
Cabbage is rich in vitamins and minerals and it is
a good source of nutrients for your overall health as well as for skin.
White, red, green, and purple, cabbage is available in all these colors.
In today’s video, we will show you 13 impressive health benefits of cabbage.
#1. Helps in Cancer prevention Scientists found that some vegetables
like cabbage reduce the risk of bowel cancer. According to research as indole-3-carbinol
goes through the digestive system it is modified by stomach acid.
This changes the behavior of cells in the bowel lining.
As the bowel lining is regenerated continuously and the renewal
is controlled by the way cells interact. If the chemical is not present in the gut
then it will cause the uncontrolled division of stem cells that process can lead to cancer.
Studies show that mice that were at high risk of cancer were protected by
this chemical from cancer. Another compound found in
cabbage called sulforaphane has the potential to fight cancer.
This chemical is only activated when the vegetables are chopped and chewed.
According to the research, sulforaphane can inhibit harmful enzymes that can cause
cancer cell progression and stops the growth of cancer in the body.
Studies also suggest that it can be useful for the treatment of lung cancer and breast cancer.
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#2. Good for your Heart Red cabbage contains a plant pigment
called Anthocyanin, this is the same compound that gives vibrant color to fruits and vegetables.
The presence of bioactive compounds in fruits and vegetables leads to a low risk of Chronic
Vascular Diseases (CVD). CVD protection by anthocyanin is strongly related to protection
against oxidative stress. According to Studies related to postmenopausal women, an intake of
0.2mg/d of anthocyanin was associated with reducing the risk of CVD in them.
So there is a close link between anthocyanin and reduce risk of heart diseases. Another benefit
is sodium is quite low in cabbage which is good for maintaining the health of the cardiac system.
#3. Better Digestion by eating cabbage As cabbage is rich in dietary fibers
so it is a good food to add to our diet to improve overall digestion.
Fibers are of two main types, soluble fibers dissolve in water and create a gel that improves
digestion while the second type, insoluble fibers don’t dissolve and it adds bulk to your stool to
make it pass easily from the bowl. It regulates bowel movement. Its juice is helpful to cure
stomach pain and ulcers as it has anti-ulcer properties. Cabbage can also help to increase
the growth of good bacteria in the gut while also benefitting our immune system's health.
#4. Anti-inflammatory properties Cabbage contains high levels of
flavonoids and anthocyanin so it is used as an herbal medicine for quite a long time.
Also, cabbage contains many different antioxidants that can reduce the risk of inflammation.
According to research, cabbage can also be used for the treatment of
skin inflammation because of its anti-inflammatory properties.
#5. Helps in Weight control When you are trying to lose
cabbage is a good food to add to your diet as it is low in calories. Also, it is full of nutrients
and fibers, fibers give us the feeling of complete fullness for a longer period and
improve our digestion. Due to these properties, it is always recommended for a weight loss diet.
#6. Good for Pregnant women Constipation is a common problem in pregnancy.
Cabbage is rich in dietary fiber which helps regulate bowel movement, adding cabbage to
your pregnancy diet can mitigate constipation. High fiber content also helps to manage blood
sugar levels and lowers the risk of gestational diabetes. It is a rich source of folic acid.
Avoiding folic acid deficiency during pregnancy is essential for fetal DNA especially to protect
the baby from neural tube congenital deformities. Eating low-calorie food like cabbage can help gain
minimal weight during pregnancy. Cabbage leaves consumption helps in drawing out excess liquid
present in the body so they can be used to manage swelling during and after pregnancy.
#7. Good for your vision Beta carotene present in cabbage prevents
macular degeneration of the eye and reduces the chances of developing cataracts. Cataracts
can cause blurry and cloudy vision. The potent anti-oxidants that cabbage contains also reduces
the risk of inflammation throughout the body, which can cause damage to our eyes and vision.
#8. Heal's intestinal barrier/ intestinal lining
Cabbage has a natural chemical called glutamine and it acts great for the
treatment or prevention of ulcers, irritable bowel syndrome, diverticulitis, and gastritis.
#9. Good for Vitamin K deficiency Vitamin K is critical for blood clotting purposes.
If you are suffering from Vitamin K deficiency adding cabbage to your diet could be the best you
could do for yourself. Cabbage is an excellent source of vitamin K in addition to manganese,
folate, calcium, and Vitamin B6. Raw cabbage contains roughly 76.0mcg of vitamin K
per 100 g servings. Based upon a 2000 calorie diet, 76.0mcg represents
95 % of the daily value of vitamin K for an 80 mcg recommended daily intake.
1 cup of cabbage (raw and chopped) will generally have 67.6mcg of vitamin K.
#10. Anti-Aging properties Cabbage contains indole-free carbonyl and
carbonyl is a powerful oxidant. It detoxifies your liver. It benefits the skin by removing toxins
from the blood. Consuming cabbage daily with other cruciferous vegetables can provide anti-aging
benefits. Vitamin C in the cabbage delays the anti-aging process. Vitamin A in cabbage works
with vitamin D to make your skin look healthy and clear. It avoids the destruction of skin
cells from UV rays. Cabbage is good for healing properties. It can also help to treat arthritis.
#11. Provide flawless skin naturally Cabbage not only beautifies your skin but
is also good for healthy skin. Vitamin A present in cabbage improves the complexion of the body.
Cabbage juice is used commonly for improving complexion.
Potassium present in cabbage purifies the body and skin making them flawless.
#12. Sulfur in Cabbage prevents acne Sulfur is considered nature’s beauty mineral
because of its drying effects. Sulfur helps in drying acne. It is also vital for the synthesis
of proteins substance i.e. Carotene essential for healthy hair, nail, and skin. It cleans the blood
and removes toxins from the blood. So, Cabbage juice is good for acne as it contains sulfur.
#13. Stimulates hair growth Cabbage is full of nutrients like vitamins,
calcium, magnesium, iron, and Sulphur so it is good for your hair like other cruciferous
vegetables. Cabbage contains vitamin A which contains antioxidants that stimulates hair growth.
Cabbage nourishes your hair and provides silky and shiny hair.
If you are not having cabbage in your diet it is high time to add this fabulous vegetable into
your diet to get some amazing benefits. As it is available throughout the year,
lasts forever in the fridge, and available at a low price, it’s not difficult to make it a
part of your healthy diet and get a perfect body. You can make delicious stir-fried spicy cabbage
in no time when you are feeling lazy, short of ingredients, and want to eat something healthy.
You just need little oil, cabbage, and eggs to enjoy your delicious meal.
If you want to eat something fancy you can make soup of cabbage,
rolls using cabbage, cabbage kimchi, stew, hash, roasted cabbage, colcannon, noodles with cabbage,
sauerkraut, red lentil, and cabbage dal, and much more yummy, full of nutrients dishes.
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