Surprisingly, the vegetable rated as the best in the world is being sold in Vietnamese markets. Vietnamese people should eat it to prolong their lives.

GĐXH - Cabbage is not only an ingredient for making delicious dishes, but also brings many wonderful health benefits that not everyone knows.

According to the announcement of the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) on the ranking of the best fruits and vegetables, standing out with high nutritional value, notably in this list, there is a vegetable that is very easy to buy in Vietnamese markets at a reasonable price, that is cabbage.

Chinese cabbage belongs to the cabbage family, also known as western cabbage, Chinese cabbage. Chinese cabbage is loved by many people for its sweet and cool taste, used to make many delicious dishes such as soup, stir-fried meat, rolled meat, shrimp, fish, ... and pickled.

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In cold climates, cabbage is always the best choice for many family meals because it is cheap and can be stored for a long time.

In terms of nutrition, cabbage is rich in nutrients, vitamins, fiber and antioxidants. The vitamin C content of cabbage is as high as 37.5 mg/100g, higher than that of citrus (orange 33 mg/100g, grapefruit 23 mg/100g, tangerine 19 mg/100g), but the calorie content is much lower than that of citrus. In addition, cabbage can also provide some folic acid and carotene, and the vitamin K content is also 42 micrograms/100g.

Health benefits of cabbage

Strengthen resistance

Cabbage is a green vegetable that contains abundant vitamin C, meeting more than 45% of daily needs. Vitamin C participates in the formation of neutrophils, helping to strengthen the immune system and prevent the invasion of pathogens.

Helps improve digestion

Eating more cabbage is a great way to keep your digestive tract healthy. Because cabbage is rich in fiber, it helps promote regular bowel movements. The fiber in cabbage also increases the number of beneficial bacteria in the gut. Because it is the main fuel source for friendly bacteria such as Bifidobacteria and Lactobacilli. These bacteria perform important functions such as protecting the immune system and producing important nutrients such as vitamins K2 and B12.

Good for the heart

Cabbage contains vitamin B9, which helps reduce and eliminate homocysteine ​​in the blood, the main cause of heart attacks. It also helps control the level of cholesterol deposition in the heart, helping to avoid cardiovascular disorders, atherosclerosis, arterial thrombosis, myocardial ischemia, etc.

Helps strengthen bones

100g of cabbage contains 21mg of phosphorus and 32mg of calcium, equivalent to 3% and 3.2% of the recommended daily value. Regular use of cabbage will support strong bones and prevent osteoporosis.

Vitamin B3 in cabbage in the form of niacinamide is effective in increasing joint mobility, reducing joint pain, improving muscle strength and less muscle or joint fatigue.

Prevent asthma

Regularly eating foods rich in magnesium such as cabbage helps relax bronchial muscles and regulate breathing, treat wheezing, and prevent asthma.

When suffering from this disease, in addition to taking medication as prescribed by the doctor, you should also use cabbage in your meals. You can use a medicinal dish made from stewed cabbage with tofu and red dates, which is very good for people with asthma.

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Helps beautify the skin

In autumn and winter, the dry weather can easily cause dry, cracked skin. Regularly eating juicy, vitamin-rich vegetables like cabbage will help hydrate your skin and make it smoother.

Who should not eat cabbage?

People with indigestion, acid reflux or allergies to cruciferous vegetables should consider before eating cabbage. At the same time, avoid eating pickled cabbage that has been left overnight because it can easily cause stomach pain.

Do not overcook cabbage because it will easily lose its sweetness and vitamins that are easily dissolved at high temperatures. You should store cabbage in the refrigerator in the specialized vegetable compartment of the refrigerator to keep the cabbage fresh and not wilted and should use it within 3 days.

Note, do not eat cabbage that has been left for too long, overcooked, or boiled many times. When cooking cabbage, do not cook it for too long. The best time is 20 - 30 seconds, otherwise it will become soft and mushy, not tasty, and lose a lot of nutrients.

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