Cabbage

Benefits:-

Cabbage, one of the oldest vegetables an inexpensive food. It is easy to grow
tolerates the cold,& keeps well. And, it tastes good. Cabbage provides multiple health
benefits. Cabbage is rich in Vitamin C (an antioxidant) and fiber and is
also a member of the cruciferous vegetable family. People who frequently
eat cabbage and other cruciferous vegetables may help reduce their risk
of certain cancers such as colon and rectal cancer. Serving size of 84 g of
cabbage has 15 calories, 0 g of fat, 10 mg of sodium, 2 g of
carbohydrate, 1 g of dietary fiber, 1 g of sugars and 1 g of protein.
Cabbage is also a good source of calcium, vitamins A and C.

Look for solid, heavy heads of cabbage. Avoid cabbage that has
discolored veins or worm damage. Do not buy precut cabbage, the
leaves may have already lost their vitamin C. Look for stems that are
healthy looking, closely trimmed, and are not dry or split.
the most common types in the United States
are the Green, Red, and Savoy varieties. Chinese varieties are also
available.

Cabbage has been called one of the world's most important vegetables. It is one of the most inexpensive vegetables, grows in poor soil, keeps for a relatively long time, and delivers a bounty of nutrients, including cancer-preventing chemicals.

Cabbage is a good source of fiber. It is an excellent source of vitamin C and vitamin K.