“Cabbage, the Cruciferous Wizard”
- Maimonides
“Foods with a purpose” is a new term awakening in
the food industry. In the scientific world, these are known as “functional
foods.” These foods supply a therapeutic health benefit beyond the traditional
nutrients they contain to mediate many diseases of the modern age, as defined by the
Institute of Medicine.
The healing power of foods is emerging from
scientific research, due in large part to the growing interest of health minded
consumers. In fact, the foods provided by Mother Nature have powers greater
than Harry Potter? If you were not aware of this….get on your broom and let’s fly
away into the science and healing found within nature’s foods.
Cabbage is a force
of nature with its powerful amounts of vitamin K and C. Just one cup supplies
91% of the recommended daily amount for vitamin K, and 50% of vitamin C.
Believe it or not, cabbage supplies 11% more vitamin C than an orange. It is
also a great source of fiber, manganese, and vitamin B6.
Cabbage also
contains high levels of an antioxidant called sulforaphane, which fights free
radical damage. Free radicals are like the core of a
nuclear reactor. If it begins to leak radioactive material, it can be very
dangerous to the surrounding area and our bodies’ DNA. Cabbage also provides
double protection from “warlocks spells and curses” by stimulating enzymes that
detoxify carcinogens in the body. Cruciferous veggies like cabbage reduce the
risk of cancer more effectively than any other plant food group.
Try sauerkraut and improve your digestive health as
potent probiotics work their magic! Cabbage builds strong bones and reduces
allergic reactions. It also reduces inflammation and prevents plaque formation
in the blood vessels like a cardiovascular sorcerer. The star of the show is
the red cabbage, having seven times more vitamin C and four times more
polyphenols than its green counterpart.
Did you know that cabbage was this magical…this
powerful? We must remember that the right food can be medicinal – not just
something to satisfy our taste buds. By eating more whole foods as medicine, we
may just see those trips to the doctor become less frequent.
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