Description
Benefits of Chinese cabbage
Improves the immune system, because it is rich in vitamins C and B complex, which help to increase the body's defenses;
Reduces swelling in the body, as it is rich in polyphenols, antioxidant substances, which can help prevent heart disease, irritable bowel syndrome or rheumatoid arthritis;
It has few calories, being an excellent option that can be included in weight loss diets;
Regulates the intestine and improves intestinal flora, as it is rich in fiber, which promotes bowel movements;
Contributes to healthy bones and teeth, due to its composition rich in calcium and phosphorus;
Prevents premature aging, as it is rich in antioxidants and vitamin C, which help protect the skin from oxidative damage and, in addition, vitamin C promotes the formation of collagen, which helps maintain skin health;
Contributes to cancer prevention, since it is rich in chlorophyll, glucosinolates, polyphenols and vitamins, which exert a protective action against carcinogenic agents;
Reduces fluid retention, because it is rich in water, stimulating the elimination of urine, reducing swelling;
Helps reduce cholesterol levels, because it is rich in fiber and phytosterols that help reduce bad cholesterol levels in the blood;
Helps protect the liver, making it function better and eliminate toxic substances from the body;
Helps prevent and treat anemia, due to its iron and vitamin C content, which favors the absorption of iron from vegetables;
Contributes to the regulation of blood pressure, because it is rich in potassium, a mineral that helps eliminate excess sodium from the body.
Nutritional Declaration
- Calories 13
- Total Fat 0.2 g,
- Saturated Fats 0 g,
- Polyunsaturated Fats 0.1 g,
- Monounsaturated Fats 0 g,
- Cholesterol 0 mg,
- Sodium 65 mg,
- Potassium 252 mg,
- Carbohydrates 2.2 g,
- Dietary Fiber 1 g,
- Sugar 1.2 g,
- Proteins 1.5 g,
Name
Chinese cabbage
Conditions of Conservation and/or Use
Store in a cool place
Origin
Portugal