Nutritionist talks about the health benefits of cabbage for the elderly

31.07.2023 13:53

Older men and women should include white cabbage in their diet.

Margarita Koroleva reported this in an interview with the publication “ Moscow 24 ”.

She reminded that such a vegetable is considered an excellent source of dietary fiber, which means that it has a positive effect on the functioning of the intestines.

The doctor noted that in people of retirement age, intestinal peristalsis often slows down, but cabbage can improve the situation and maintain normal functioning of the organ.

In addition, the beneficial elements found in cabbage are needed to maintain the nervous system in a normal state.

Cabbage
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Cabbage contains a lot of vitamins, for example, C and B, which contribute to this.

The vegetable contains healthy fiber.

Cabbage also provides the body with potassium, which means that we can confidently say that adding this product to your regular diet can improve the condition of your heart and blood vessels.

Olga Kotova Author: Olga Kotova Internet resource editor