New Delhi: Purple cabbage also known as red cabbage is packed with nutrients, and is widely consumed across the globe. Purple cabbage contains comparatively more nutrients and fewer calories which makes it an ideal vegetable for people aiming for weight loss. Apart from these, consuming purple cabbage also has innumerable health benefits, some of which are listed below.
Great for digestion
Purple cabbage is low in calories and high in dietary fiber, thus, it effectively aids in the digestion process. Eating cooked cabbage can prevent stomach ailments such as indigestion and constipation. Also, dietary fibers ensure that you stay satiated for a longer time by slowing down the digestion process. This helps in preventing hunger pangs and food cravings, helping in weight loss.
Maintains blood pressure
Regular consumption of red cabbage can benefit people having high blood pressure. Cabbage has higher levels of potassium, which is known to regulate and maintain blood pressure in the heart. Therefore, having this nutrient-dense vegetable can also prevent cardiovascular diseases.
Good for skin
This variant of cabbage is rich in antioxidants, and therefore, is great for your skin. Antioxidants help in keeping your skin youthful for a long time and prevents the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Also, purple cabbage is filled with the goodness of vitamin C and we all know how important this vitamin is for keeping the skin glowing and radiant for a long time.
Improves immunity
Purple cabbage has more vitamin C than orange and that is a reason, doctors also recommend having this vegetable daily to stay disease-free. Vitamin C, vitamin A and antioxidants present in cabbage improve and strengthen your immune system. It helps in flushing out toxins from the body and therefore improves your metabolism. Vitamin A helps in improving your eyesight as well.
Strengthens bone and muscle
Eating raw cabbage can help in strengthening your bones, and preventing joint pain and inflammation. It contains vitamin K, potassium and other minerals that help in improving the functioning of bones and muscles.
