Low in calories, great source of vitamins
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Like most vegetables, cabbages are low in calories and fat, and have zero cholesterol. They are also an excellent source of vitamins, such as vitamins C and K, and minerals, such as folate and potassium, as well as fibre.
The cabbage is a cruciferous vegetable rich in glucosinolates, a natural chemical compound. When cut, chewed or digested, glucosinolates are broken down, and they provide us with possible anti-cancerous properties.
BIBI CHIA
Principal dietitian at the Raffles Diabetes & Endocrine Centre
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NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION
(Per Serving of 144g)
Energy: 57 kcal
Protein: 1.9g
Total fat: 2.7g
Saturated fat: 0.4g
Dietary fibre: 3.9g
Carbohydrate: 9.1g
Cholesterol: 0mg
Sodium: 62.4mg