Cabbage Benefits and harms to the human body

White cabbage has long been present on our tables. Even distant ancestors appreciated it for its unpretentiousness, availability and versatility in application. In addition to nutritional value, cabbage heads have many beneficial properties. We will talk about this in detail below.

Nutritional value and chemical composition Cabbage is a low-calorie product, and at the same time it has a large amount of nutrients in its composition. Nutritional value of the vegetable:

The chemical composition of the vegetable is represented by a rich set of vitamins and minerals.

Cabbage was very popular with many, but it was most respected among the people of Ancient Rome.

According to one of the legends, the thunderer Zeus worked so hard to explain his sayings to the Oracle that he sweated from overstrain. A few drops rolled down from the forehead of the "father of the gods" to the ground, where later the cabbage grew. Of course, this is just a myth, but in it you can feel the respectful attitude of the Romans of that time to this ancient vegetable.

Cabbage was also known in Ancient Egypt and Ancient Greece, but only in the 6-7 centuries BC. it has gained wide acceptance. In Russia, this product has been known since the 11th century. It is believed that it came down to us from the Greco-Roman colonists of the Crimea.

The name of the cabbage comes from the Latin word "kaput" - translated as "head".

Cabbage is rich in trace elements and vitamins. It contains:

Calcium, which strengthens teeth and bones;
  Nicotinic acid, or PP, is responsible for the release of energy during the processing of carbohydrates and fats;
  B vitamins (B1, B2, B6) are responsible for the health and beauty of hair, nails and skin, regulate the activity of the nervous system;
  Potassium, which is necessary for the human body for the full activity of the heart muscle.

Cabbage contains all the nutrients necessary for a fulfilling human life.

It has a beneficial effect on metabolic processes, has an analgesic and anti-inflammatory effect.

The dietary fiber in cabbage perfectly removes cholesterol from the human body.

Also, taking cabbage helps with heart and kidney diseases, gastritis with low acidity and constipation. It strengthens the immune system and has a cleansing effect on the body.

“Cabbage is found in almost all food systems and is rightfully considered a dietary product. Any type of cabbage contains less than 30 kcal per 100 grams.

Dietary fiber and fiber contained in cabbage cleanse the body of toxins and toxins. And vitamins of groups A, B, C, P, U, which are contained in cabbage, ensure the proper functioning of the whole organism, have a positive effect on the skin, nails and hair.

In general, cabbage helps to normalize the digestive tract, cleanse the body of toxins and toxins, and lower cholesterol levels.

You can use cabbage in any form and in different variations. For example, a salad of fresh or sauerkraut combined with other vegetables, boiled or stewed as part of the first or second courses, ”says fitness trainer, nutrition consultant Shigontseva Toma.

Application to apusta in medicine

Cabbage is widely used in folk medicine, where its leaves or juice are most often used. In ancient times, healers used cabbage to heal wounds and deep cuts.

Currently, cabbage can serve as an additional source of nutrients and an adjunct in the treatment of certain diseases. Thanks to its properties, it relieves symptoms and improves the general condition of the body. Most often it is used for headache, sore throat, mastopathy, burns and arthrosis of the knee joint.

Fill the breast with cold water and after boiling, cook for 10 minutes. While the bone is boiling, cut the vegetables: potatoes and onions - into cubes; carrots and beets - three on a grater; cut the bell pepper into strips, and chop the cabbage.

After boiling the chicken fillet for 10 minutes, pour out the water and refill it with cold water and cook for about 20 minutes.

We take out the chicken breast and add the potatoes, cook for 8 minutes. Then add the cabbage and cook for another 5 minutes.

At the same time, we make frying. Fry the onion on a drop of coconut oil, add carrots and bell peppers. Fry for 3 minutes. Then add the beets, tomato paste and garlic. Fill with a glass of water and simmer over low heat for about 10 minutes.

Add frying to the cabbage and cook for 15 minutes. Season with salt and pepper at the end of cooking.

When serving, disassemble the breast into fibers and add portions to each plate. And of course we fill with sour cream.

Harm, side effects and inconvenient use of cabbage juice

The harm of cabbage juice is often overlooked by those who want to use this water to weaken. However, it may be inconvenient for some people to use cabbage juice. In addition, as with any plant, the amount of use, frequency, chronic illness and drug use can cause unwanted side effects of cabbage juice. Now, let's take a closer look in substances in information on the side effects of cabbage juice under the headings and characteristics of people who are uncomfortable to use.