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JessiccaThe Untold Mysteries of Cabbage
January 7th 2009 06:31
When I was still a kid, my mother always wrapped the cereals with a slice of cabbage and feed me! (Honestly, I didn't know what the h*ll of the cabbage was, I just be the mummy boy and chew every slice of cabbage! lol)
Cabbage is one of the cheap vegetable, but you cannot deny that it is one of the richest when it comes to protective vitamins. Do you know that raw cabbage can be used to clean the waste from the stomach and upper bowels which improves digestion and reduces constipation?
Beside that, cabbage can act as a cancer inhibitor, particularly colon cancer, where it to be used to stimulates the immune system, kills harmful bacteria, soothes ulcers, and improves circulation.
The outer leaves are a good source of vitamin E, making it good for the complexion. Some of the hidden benefits of cabbage are:
It is rich in vitamin C (raw white cabbage contains as much vitamin C as lemon juice) and sulphur,
The cabbage is a health food store in a compact edible package.
All these benefits are yours at only 24 calories per 3.5 ounces. If you want to keep fit, then I have a delicious cabbage soup for you to try out. There you go:
* 1 head cabbage, shredded or chopped
* 2 large onions, chopped
* 16-28 ounces canned tomatoes, chopped
* 2 green peppers
* 4 stalks celery
* 1-2 packages Lipton onion soup mix, or any dry onion soup mix (optional)
* black pepper
* any fresh herb(s) of your choice, chopped
* 6 carrots, sliced
* 1/2 pound green beans, sliced on diagonal
* 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar (optional)
First, put all vegetables in a big pot and cover with water.
Then, bring it to a boil, stir in the soup mix (if desired), and boil gently for 10 minutes.
After it, cover, reduce heat, and simmer until all the vegetables are soft.
Lastly, stir in the black pepper and chopped herbs (saving some for garnish).
Voila, remember to serve the soup while it's hot!
Cabbage is one of the cheap vegetable, but you cannot deny that it is one of the richest when it comes to protective vitamins. Do you know that raw cabbage can be used to clean the waste from the stomach and upper bowels which improves digestion and reduces constipation?
Beside that, cabbage can act as a cancer inhibitor, particularly colon cancer, where it to be used to stimulates the immune system, kills harmful bacteria, soothes ulcers, and improves circulation.
The outer leaves are a good source of vitamin E, making it good for the complexion. Some of the hidden benefits of cabbage are:
It is rich in vitamin C (raw white cabbage contains as much vitamin C as lemon juice) and sulphur,
The cabbage is a health food store in a compact edible package.
All these benefits are yours at only 24 calories per 3.5 ounces. If you want to keep fit, then I have a delicious cabbage soup for you to try out. There you go:
* 1 head cabbage, shredded or chopped
* 2 large onions, chopped
* 16-28 ounces canned tomatoes, chopped
* 2 green peppers
* 4 stalks celery
* 1-2 packages Lipton onion soup mix, or any dry onion soup mix (optional)
* black pepper
* any fresh herb(s) of your choice, chopped
* 1/2 pound green beans, sliced on diagonal
* 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar (optional)
First, put all vegetables in a big pot and cover with water.
Then, bring it to a boil, stir in the soup mix (if desired), and boil gently for 10 minutes.
After it, cover, reduce heat, and simmer until all the vegetables are soft.
Lastly, stir in the black pepper and chopped herbs (saving some for garnish).
Voila, remember to serve the soup while it's hot!
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Comment by Jason King
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I will try your soup though - I love a good vegetable soup - cool post Wilson - thanks!
Comment by Cheryl J
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From New Scientist magazine
By running a hot iron over the leaves or by blanching in boiling water, before applying, the heat releases various anti-inflammatory chemicals as well as phytohormones. Leaving the leaves in the bra will have a slow-release effect as the body warms them and draws out beneficial chemicals.
It really is a superfood. My friends have used this remedy and it works really well.
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Cheryl: WoW, thanks for the elaboration, Cheryl. This had proof that cabbage is really one of the superfood indeed!
Thank you very much for dropping by, guys
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