Cabbage

Facts

• Cabbage, a member of the cruciferous family, is a powerhouse of nutrients - nearly 20 different flavonoids and 15 different phenols, a great source of vitamins K, C, folate, manganese, calcium, magnesium and potassium, anitoxidants and dietary fiber

• The red color of red cabbages highlights their anthocyanin polyphenols content- red cabbage has six times more antioxidants than white/green cabbage

tips

• Avoid buying sliced cabbage, since once cabbage is cut it  loses its vitamin C content

• Don’t overcook cabbage - not only are some valuable nutrients lost, it emits a sulphurous, smelly odor