Green cabbages are also called "Chinese cabbage," and they have crunchy white stems with delicate green leaves. Green cabbages are undoubtedly one of the greatest sources of vitamins A and C, with a strong punch of folate. Natural compounds found in cabbages can have significant health benefits, lowering the risk of some types of cancer. Cabbages can be enjoyed when boiled, sautéed, grilled, steamed, or even roasted.

• Cabbage improves brain health.
• Cabbages strengthen vision.
• Cabbages are best for people who want to lose weight in a healthy way.
• Cabbages are known to detoxify the body.
• Cabbages contain glutamine that nullifies the effects of inflammation, allergies, joint pain, irritation, or fever.
• Cabbages also help prevent cancer.
• Cabbage is packed with Vitamin C.
• They help in improving digestion.
• This leafy vegetable keeps the heart-healthy.
• Pre-dominantly lowers the blood pressure.
• Cabbages may help in lowering cholesterol levels.

• Do not ever cut cabbages unless you are planning to immediately consume them as it begins to shed out vitamin C when cut.
• If you absolutely fail to immediately finish the remaining cut cabbage, wrap it tightly in plastic wrap before storing it in the refrigerator for not more than two days.
• Store them in the refrigerator to retain the crispiness of the vegetable.
• Shredded cabbage can be added to any salad or sandwiches as they are most nutritious when consumed raw. Also used in pickles, soups, and flatbreads.
• Stew fried cabbage, garlic, bell pepper, onion, and green chilies mixed with steamed rice, and chili/tomato/soya sauce is a popular favorite (Chowmein) in China and other neighboring Southeast Asian regions.

There are 33 calories in a cup of cooked cabbage, plus it is extremely low in fat and high in fiber content. Cabbage is also great for the skin, as it keeps it looking healthy, toned, blemish-free, and glowing. Plus, it's rich in antioxidants, including vitamin C as well as beta-carotene.

But, under-active thyroid gland patients may face certain concerns associated with eating cabbages, as the condition might turn out to be worse. Hence, it's best to avoid cabbage if one has an under-active thyroid gland. Plus, recent surgery patients should avoid cabbage as it might affect their blood glucose levels and could interfere largely with blood sugar control during and post-surgical procedures.