Cabbage

How do you feel about eating cabbage?  Are you a fan or does the look and taste of it not appeal to you?

Cabbage has been around for thousands of years and a staple in many households around the world.  

Different forms include bok choy, brussel sprouts, green (cannonball) cabbage, January King cabbage with pink and green leaves, napa cabbage, red and savoy cabbage.  

Quite the variety to choose from if you want to add goodness to your health.

Cabbage has Vitamins C and K, fiber and a small amount of protein.  It’s also rich in potassium.

Eating cabbage regularly can do wonders for your body.

• It helps to fight inflammation.
• Keeps you strong by boosting your immune system.
• Adds bulk to your meals and helps your digestive system.
• Helping with inflammation reduces risk of heart disease.
• Potassium aids in lowering your blood pressure.
• The fiber and plant sterols work to reduce your bad cholesterol.
• High amounts of vitamin K maintains bone health and helps with blood clotting.

There can be times when flatulence can be an issue with too much cabbage added to your diet.  It’s important to moderate intake if that happens to you.

Private Home Health Care loves to eat cabbage in coleslaw, sauerkraut, as cabbage cups with a turkey filling on the inside or of course in a boiled dinner.

Give cabbage a try and experiment a bit to find one that you and your family enjoy!