Cabbage belongs to the crucifer family. Numerous studies show that it is very useful for our health as a fighter against the cancer cells from the large number of antioxidants (vitamin C and beta carotene), which help fight free radicals, molecules that accelerate the destruction of our body cells. Also cabbage contains large amounts of vitamin B9 and folic acid that help in the formation of red blood cells and regulate the nervous system. This vegetable is still rich in fiber, stimulating peristalsis, this does not apply to a weakened bowel that is hard to digest the cabbage, especially heat-treated. To avoid these inconveniences, there is an exit: to blanch the Kale (drop it in plenty of boiling water for 2-3 min) before cooking (the water must be changed) or steamed.
The caloric content of cabbage, about 22 kcal for 100 gr. Many diets include this vegetable in your menu, for example, in the form of soups, which have the property of detoxifying and burning fat.