Cabbage
Cabbage (Brassica oleracea) is a round vegetable with layers of leaves composing its structure. Depending on variety the outer leaves of the cabbage can be dark green or purple, and turn white as they get closer to the core.
Health benefits of Cabbage
- Increased Protection from Bacterial and Viral Infections
- Increased Immune Function
- Reduced Cancer Risk
- Reduced Risk of Colon Cancer
- Protection Against Heart Disease
- Regulation of Blood Sugar and Insulin Dependence
- Slowing the progression of AIDS
- Slowing Aging
- DNA Repair and Protection
- Protection Against Dementia
- Alleviation of Cardiovascular Disease
- Alleviation of Hypertension (High Blood Pressure)
- Promoted Eye Health
- Alzheimer's Protection
- Osteoporosis Protection
- Stroke Prevention
- Reduced Risk of Type II Diabetes
- Reduced Frequency of Migraine Headaches
- Alleviation of Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS)
- Antioxidant Protection
- Prevention of Epileptic Seizures
- Alleviation of the Common Cold
- Prevention of Alopecia (Spot Baldness)
- Alleviation of Inflammation
Some of these health benefits come from nutrients concentrated in this food, and may not be effects of the food itself.
How to choose Cabbage
Look for cabbages that have smooth, shiny, leaves. Avoid any cabbages with wilted leaves or black discolorations.
Climate and origin
The current origin of cabbage is unknown, though it is thought to be from Europe. Thriving in colder temperatures, cabbage is grown in temperate climates.
Taste
Cabbage has an earthy taste and crunchy texture when raw.
Substitutes with more vitamins
Miscellaneous information
In old European medicine cabbage leaves were applied to areas of the body to treat acute inflammation. The Romans thought highly of cabbage and considered it to be a panacea, capable of healing many ills.
Similar tasting produce
Brussels Sprouts, Kale, Broccoli, Collard Greens
Nutrition facts
| Nutrition Facts | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Serving Size | |||
| 100 grams (100g) | |||
| Calories | 25 | ||
| % Daily Value * | |||
| Total Fat 0.1g | 0% | ||
| Saturated Fat 0.03g | 0% | ||
| Trans Fat 0g | |||
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% | ||
| Sodium 18mg | 1% | ||
| Total Carbohydrate 5.8g | 2% | ||
| Dietary Fiber 2.5g | 9% | ||
| Total Sugars 3.2g | 6% | ||
| Includes --g Added Sugars | --% | ||
| Protein 1.3g | 3% | ||
| Vitamin C 36.6mg | 41% | ||
| Vitamin D 0mcg | 0% | ||
| Iron 0.47mg | 3% | ||
| Calcium 40mg | 3% | ||
| Potassium 170mg | 4% | ||
| Phosphorus 26mg | 2% | ||
| *The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice. | |||