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August 08, 2022
Cabbage diet is highly effective due to the fact that the main product is low in calories. However, it contains most of the necessary vitamins, minerals and plant properties
Cabbage diet is highly effective due to the fact that the main product is low in calories. However, it contains most of the body's necessary vitamins, minerals and fiber (stimulates the intestines).
| Legend has it that the drops of sweat that fall to the ground roll from the head of the god Jupiter. Cabbage is born from them. |
Different types of cabbage are characterized by different energy value (Brussels - 44 Kcal, alabash - 42 Kcal, cauliflower - 32 Kcal), but this does not limit your choice - you can use this variety that you prefer. The most recommended is the white cabbage, which has only 26 kcal. The sauerkraut is even lower in calories, so it is recommended to replace fresh cabbage with sauerkraut once every three days.
| In addition to weight loss, cabbage is good for the liver and stomach, its consumption cleanses the body, helps remove excess cholesterol. |
If you are experiencing acute hunger, you can eat cabbage leaves without limiting the amount. Drink green tea as much as you want or still and demineralized water (they do not exacerbate the feeling of hunger) - it is best to drink at least 1.2 liters a day.
| Did you know that there are not only edible varieties of cabbage, but also decorative, with different colors? They are grown only for beauty and originate from Japan, where they first appreciate the decorative properties of the plant. Some of the varieties look absolutely fantastic, resembling more flowers than vegetables. |
Consumption of coffee in the morning is desirable and this is explained by the fact that it enhances metabolic processes in the body (from 1% to 4%).
As long as the cabbage diet is followed, no alcohol should be consumed, salt and sugar are forbidden, as well as confectionery and pasta.
| It is curious that the ancient Greek scientist and philosopher Pythagoras greatly appreciated the healing properties of cabbage, even engaged in its selection. |
If you strictly follow the recommendations, you will lose 6 to 10 kilograms of weight in 10 days. Exactly how much depends on the characteristics of the particular organism and the amount of fat accumulation (the degree of obesity).
The 10-day regimen can be repeated after 2 months at the earliest.
| Cabbage juice is a wonderful cosmetic that has a rejuvenating effect. Therefore, the vegetable liquid is used to rinse the face and is added in the preparation of various cosmetic masks. At home you can make one by grinding a few cabbage leaves with a meat grinder and apply the resulting slurry on the face for 20-30 minutes. Then the mask is washed off. It is very good for aging skin. |
Cabbage salad at any time can be replaced by cabbage soup with vegetables (you can alternate them).