Fresh cabbage juice has long been considered one of the best means of healing, because the body absorbs it almost instantly and at the same time saturates the blood vessels with a rich range of useful minerals. What is the benefit of this juice, will be discussed later.
Energy value and calorie content
The calorie and fat content of this product is as follows:
- calorie content: 25 kcal;
- proteins: 1.8 g;
- fats: 0.1 g;
- carbohydrates: 4.7 g.
Did you know? The origin of the word "cabbage" supposedly originates from the Latin caput - "head".
Chemical composition
Of the composition of white cabbage, it is first of all worth noting:
- vitamins C, B, D, PP;
- trace elements: iodine, iron, manganese.
- macronutrients: potassium, nitrogen, sulfur, calcium, phosphorus, sodium.
Properties of cabbage juice
Before you introduce juice from this vegetable crop into the diet, you need to carefully study the benefits and harms of using such a drink, as well as contraindications.
Benefit
Cabbage juice is by no means the most delicious drink, but very useful, because it:
- Helps combat anemia. Folic acid, required for hematopoiesis, and vitamin C have a positive effect on how the body's cells absorb iron.
- Useful for intestinal function. Fiber acts on the human body as a laxative, stimulating peristalsis.
- Effective in the fight against oncology. The growth and development of cancer cells is prevented.
- Helps treat ulcers. This remedy has long been used to treat peptic ulcers by maintaining the integrity of the gastrointestinal mucosa.
- Useful for the immune system. In addition to vitamin C, the composition contains AK-histidine, which serve as a protective membrane of the body and prevent various infections from entering it.
- Helps improve brain function. Vitamin K, which is contained in the drink, helps in normalizing blood coagulation and prevents bleeding, which slows down brain degradation.
- Helps in weight loss. Due to the inhibition of carbohydrates in fats, intestinal function improves - this helps in the fight against excess weight.
- Good for skin and hair. Due to antioxidants, the fight against acne is being waged. It is worth noting that hair begins to grow faster and fall out less.
- Provides increased performance and reduced irritability. This is due to the fact that cabbage in large quantities contains iodine.
Harm and contraindications
Despite the large number of useful properties, a side effect is also possible. The main harm is its ability to decompose toxins in the body, since as a result, gases in the intestine are formed in an increased amount. For this reason, certain pressure can be created, which is especially bad for a pregnant woman and her fetus. However, this is possible with excessive use. When consumed in moderation, there will be no adverse health effects.
It is contraindicated in case of:
- recent abdominal surgery;
- chronic diseases of the gastrointestinal tract, which are associated with increased acidity;
- with a recent heart attack;
- chronic diseases of the pancreas;
- acute phases of kidney disease (including nephritis and urolithiasis).
Important! White cabbage juice removes excess fluid from the body, but at the same time leaches beneficial salts, and also reduces blood sugar.
Scope of application
Cabbage juice is widely used in many fields, including traditional medicine, cooking and slimming.
In folk medicine
Juice is used in case of such diseases:
- with an ulcer. Use without additives 4 times a day;
- with gastritis. If the acidity is reduced - three times 100 ml per day, with increased - dilute the drink with juice from potatoes, observing the same dosage;
- with constipation. To prepare the drink, in addition, use carrots and beets. Use three times a day for 100 ml;
- for sore throat. Add boiled water in a ratio of 1: 2 to the drink. With this liquid, rinse twice a day;
- when coughing. Add honey to this drink (in a 1: 1 ratio). Use after meals. In case of persistent cough - add black radish.
In cooking
In this area, cabbage juice is not used in its pure form, but by combining it with the juices of other vegetables in order to prepare fresh juices. For this, you can use another cabbage, in addition to white cabbage: Brussels sprouts, red, cauliflower, Savoy.
For weight loss
This product is low-calorie, but its nutritional properties are very high - after its use you will not feel hunger for a long time. Moreover, this vegetable helps in cleaning the intestines, in removing dangerous toxins and harmful wastes from it - thanks to this, you can also reduce weight.
If you apply cabbage fresh, the conversion of carbohydrates to fats will be inhibited, and this will help remove fat deposits on the walls of the intestine.
Important! Nutritionists recommend drinking cabbage and similar fresh juices 30 minutes before a meal - this will achieve the maximum effect.
It is worth considering that such a fresh juice is worth drinking in combination with proper nutrition and physical activity to achieve maximum results.
How to drink cabbage juice and its daily servings
Take at a time, starting with a volume of 100 ml and gradually increasing to 150 ml. It is recommended to use 2-3 times a day before meals.
The most delicious combination of cabbage drink with juice from carrots, apples, ginger, beets. And to improve the taste, you can use honey or a small amount of lemon.
How to make cabbage juice at home
For proper and effective treatment, you should know how to make such a juice.
Step-by-step cooking instructions:
- Separate the leaves.
- Rinse them under running water.
- Chop foliage. A blender, a juicer or a meat grinder can be used for this.
- Next, this mass must be squeezed through cheesecloth.
Video: Making Cabbage Juice
Features of storing juice from cabbage
To get 1 liter of product you need to spend at least 2 kg of vegetable. The resulting juice should be stored exclusively in a glass container in the refrigerator, but not more than 3 days.
Did you know? The leader in growing plants of the cabbage family is China - 31.76 million tons per year.
Thus, freshly squeezed cabbage juice is a real medicine, which is easy to give a pleasant taste. In addition to treating various ailments, it also contributes to losing weight.
