Multiple Benefits Of Cabbage

Several varieties of cabbage are available to choose from such as Savoy, Wombok, January King, red and green cabbages. They can be eaten raw or cooked and the taste varies from savoury to gently sweet. Being rich in vitamins, iron and potassium and low in calories, they are widely used in both eastern and western cuisines…Regular consumption of cabbage along with some other cruciferous vegetables can provide anti-ageing benefits to the skin. The rich amount of vitamin C in this vegetable keeps the skin youthful and delays the ageing process. Moreover, vitamin A in cabbage juice works together with vitamin D to make your skin clear and healthy and avoid the destruction of skin cells due to ultraviolet rays.. It’s juice is also excellent for improving complexion.

It has potassium which is instrumental in purifying your body and skin. The high levels of vitamin A rejuvenate your tissue and sulfur helps in fighting infection. Vitamin E is often used as an ingredient in skincare products and supplements.

The ultimate result is glowing and fairer skin.There are many properties in cabbage that help fight cancer causing cells. These ingredients include dindolylmethane (DIM), sinigrin, lupeol, sulforaphane and indole 3 – carbinol (I3C). The sulforaphane and the I3C compounds are known to increase anti cancer effects.Beta carotene content in Cabbage helps in prevention of macular degeneration of the eyes and thus keeps cataract at bay.

It is considered to be the best dish for those who constantly watch their weight. An entire cup of cooked cabbage contains merely 33 calories. Thus, a diet of cabbage soup would mean endless bowls with absolutely no weight gain.Lactic acid present in it is known to provide effective relief from sore muscles.

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