10 Benefits Of Cabbage
Cabbage Benefit #7: Prevents Cancer
Numerous studies have shown the protective effects of cabbage and related vegetables against cancer. The hypothesis behind this phenomenon is based on a high content of glucosinolates and its destructive of cancer cells. Glucosinolates are a group of sulfur containing compounds that are the reason for the strong aroma of cooked cabbage. In addition, these compounds are found to inhibit the growth of cancer cells when consumed.
In the evaluation of 7 epidemiological studies that studied the consumption of brassica vegetables, including cabbage, they found a direct relationship between high consumption and decreased risk for many cancers but especially lung, stomach, colon, and rectal cancer.
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