Cabbage juice - useful properties and contraindications

Many of us are accustomed to, that juices should be necessarily fruit. Of the vegetables, the most famous are tomato and carrot, the rest, unfairly remain in the shadows and are popular only among true fans of healthy food. And in vain, because among them there are wonderful, wellness, carrying the body a whole set of useful minerals and vitamins. Among them the place of honor is cabbage juice.

What are its useful and healing properties? What is included in the juice of cabbage? How to prepare it correctly and with what time intervals to use? Who is contraindicated to drink cabbage juice? Let's try to answer these questions.

Cabbage - the most ancient doctor

Cabbage is one of the most ancient vegetable crops,its age is estimated in the millennia. The homeland of numerous species of this family is considered the Mediterranean and some areas of Southern Europe. Many eminent philosophers, physicians and historians described the healing properties of this plant, devoting whole treatises and books to it, and famous chefs appreciated cabbage for high gastronomic qualities.

The ancient Romans and Greeks considered it a universal medicine, using which one could get rid of a headache, insomnia, deafness and many diseases of internal organs. It is believed that the name of this vegetable comes from the ancient Roman "Kaputum", which means "head".

In Russian history, cabbage is first mentioned in the chronicles of Svyatoslav, which dates back to 1073 year. Russian peasants everywhere grew up, harvested and used this vegetable crop with pleasure, and ancient herbalists used crushed product to quickly heal wounds received during hunting or in battle.

Modern scientific studies have confirmed the statements of Theophrastus and Avicenna about the healing and nutritional properties of cabbage juice and its positive effect on the human body, because according to scientists, it contains almost all elements of the Periodic Table.

The composition and beneficial properties of cabbage juice

The use of cabbage juice is much more useful than eating raw vegetables, as it does not contain fiber. Cellulose contributes to irritation of the gastric mucosa, causes fermentation of gases, which, as a result, leads to bloating. Otherwise, in the freshly squeezed juice are all valuable substances that are in fresh vegetables, they are only absorbed by the body much faster and better.

The chemical composition of cabbage is characterized by the presence of a large number and variety of vitamins. Among them is ascorbic acid or vitamin C (100 g of the product contains up to half the daily norm), which promotes the activation of the protective properties of the body, has an antibacterial, anti-inflammatory effect, and accelerates the regeneration of damaged tissues. A significant content of vitamin K is necessary for better blood coagulation, as well as for the formation and strengthening of bone tissue. In addition to the above, in the cabbage juice there are almost all the vitamins of group B, also D, PP, biotin and tocopherols.Special attention is given to the rather rare element methylmethionine (vitamin U), which is successfully used to treat ulcerative diseases of the stomach and duodenum.

White cabbage juice is also rich in mineral complex, among the components of a lot of magnesium, iron, salts of potassium and sodium, calcium, such trace elements as tin, silver, nickel, molybdenum and others should also be noted. About sixteen free amino acids and a large number of enzymes are found in the product. With such a complex biochemical composition, cabbage is an essential source of nutrients and the most valuable drug for the body.

Therapeutic effect of cabbage juice

Cabbage juice is widely used in traditional and traditional medicine. It is often used for the treatment and prevention of various diseases:

1. In gastritis, ulcers, colitis, cholecystitis and other pathologies of the gastrointestinal tract, juice from cabbage heals well, cleanses, reduces the level of inflammation, is also indicated for normal activity of metabolic processes in the body.
2. It is an excellent doctor of colds, with bronchitis and cough, it is used as an expectorant, and if you have a sore throat, rinsing with cabbage juice relieves pain and irritation. This procedure also helps with bleeding gums and stomatitis.
3. By consuming it for cardiovascular problems, you can reduce cholesterol levels, normalize blood pressure, and significantly reduce the risk of atherosclerosis.
4. Fresh cabbage normalizes the work of the kidneys, relieves swelling and is an excellent regulator of water balance in the human body.
5. For insomnia, nervous system disorders, the presence of potassium has a calming effect, relieving arousal and improving mood.
6. Due to the high content of folic acid, which is necessary for cell regeneration and growth, cabbage juice is an excellent prophylactic against the appearance and development of tumors.
7. As a low-calorie product (only 25 calories per 100 ml), but with high bioactivity, juice is often one of the components of diets for people who are overweight. Having in its composition substances that do not allow carbohydrates to transform into fats, it helps to quickly get rid of unwanted pounds.
8. Regular use of this drink can significantly improve the condition of the skin, due to the presence of antioxidants, prevent its aging, strengthen hair, nail plates, restore tooth enamel.
9. Cabbage juice is very useful when planning an "interesting position." Folic acid will contribute to the normal conception and childbearing, and will also become an excellent protector against viruses and colds, which are dangerous and highly undesirable for the future mother.

Harm and contraindications

Despite the healing and positive qualities, cabbage juice, however, like all herbal preparations, has contraindications for use:

1. A recent surgery in the abdominal region, excessive gas formation can be harmful during the recovery phase.
2. In diseases of the pancreas, especially in acute periods.
3. If there is an increased acid content in the gastric juice.
4. With a predisposition to flatulence.
5. Personal intolerance to the product and allergic reactions to cabbage.
6. Juice is better not to drink to those who suffered a myocardial infarction, especially you need to be careful in the first six months.
7. With kidney disease, the diuretic effect of cabbage drink can provoke exacerbation.
8. Due to increased flatulence, it is not recommended to drink the juice for pregnant and lactating women, with an insufficiently formed digestive system of the infant, abdominal distention and painful colic are possible.

In order to use cabbage juice only to benefit the body, you need to carefully weigh the pros and cons, and if in doubt, it is better to consult your doctor. You also need to remember that everything should be in moderation, you should not drink more than two glasses a day, especially in the initial stages of exploring this drink.

How to make cabbage juice

For cooking it is best to use vegetables grown in their garden. If the product is purchased at a market or in a store, pay attention to the presence of suspicious stains and damage, and you should not buy early cabbage, because the level of nitrates in it is very high.

This vitamin cocktail to prepare at home will not be easy. First you need to get rid of the top leaves and, cutting the head, remove the core.Then using a juicer, get the desired drink. In the absence of a special technique, you can take a household meat grinder or use a small shredder, in this case, you will have to squeeze the juice from the chopped cabbage manually or press.

A half kilogram of raw vegetable is enough to get 200-250 ml of prepared liquid. Cooked fresh juice can be stored in the refrigerator for no more than a day.

In no case do not need to pickle, sugar, season with spices or pasteurize! From this cabbage juice will lose most of the beneficial properties.

In the absence of contraindications, in the cold season, you can use sauerkraut for the healing drink. This juice perfectly retains all the vitamins and minerals of a fresh vegetable, besides, in the process of fermentation new organic compounds are formed, which are also necessary for the normal vital functions of the body.

How to use

Like other herbal drinks in juice therapy, cabbage juice should be introduced into the diet gradually, starting with small portions, half a glass for the first intakes is enough. Carefully watching the reaction of the body, gradually increase the volume to 200 ml.Drink two or three times a day, half an hour before meals, preferably in a heated form, as nutrients are better absorbed.

Fresh cabbage does not have a pleasant taste and, so that it brings not only medicinal benefits, but also pleasure, you can mix it with carrot, beet or apple juices, ginger, lemon or honey are also excellent additives.

With regular and proper use of cabbage juice, in some cases, you can completely do without drugs. It is able to improve your body, increase its resistance to disease, give vigor and vitality. And the use of masks based on it will help to refresh the appearance, make the skin more attractive and young.

Video: the use of cabbage juice