Kohlrabi

Kohlrabi is a type of cabbage closest to white-capped varieties. The eastern coast of the Mediterranean Sea is recognized as the homeland of Kolrabi. But the very name of this variety is of German origin and in translation means "cabbage turnip. " Kohlrabi was widely used in ancient Rome. Some sources claim that this cabbage got its name there, and it sounds translated as "stem turnip. " There is no contradiction in the presented data. Indeed, in appearance, kohlrabi resembles both cabbage and turnip at the same time.

In Europe, Kohlrabi is loved and appreciated. She is unpretentious in care, able to adapt to any weather conditions. In terms of taste, it is significantly superior to white cabbage, and in terms of useful properties, kohlrabi is in no way inferior to the recognized leader in its family - broccoli.

Unfortunately, with all the advantages of kohlrabi, it is not very popular in Russia, although recently there has been a tendency for its distribution in our country.

Benefits of Kohlrabi

Kohlrabi knew about the benefits in antiquity. It was used for both culinary and medicinal purposes. And this is quite justified. The benefits of Kohlrabi are explained by its rich and diverse composition. It is famous for its significant content of vitamins A, C, B. Kolrabi has a lot of calcium, potassium, selenium, magnesium iron and another good half of the Mendeleev table.

Kohlrabi is indispensable for diseases of the digestive system, relieves the intestines of toxic substances. It has a healing and anti-inflammatory effect, relieving irritation of the mucous membrane of internal organs. Kohlrabi promotes better liver and gallbladder function. This cabbage increases appetite, improves metabolic processes in the body.

Kolrabi is famous for its unique ability to serve for the prevention of cancer. It lowers pressure, normalizes the work of the nervous system. Thanks to the use of kohlrabi, excess cholesterol is removed from the body, which prevents the development of atherosclerosis. Kohlrabi contributes to the restoration of water balance.

Kohlrabi roots are used to prepare decoction, which is an excellent treatment for tuberculosis and asthma. The juice of fresh cabbage relieves coughing, relieves inflammation of the oral cavity, helps with diseases of the kidneys, spleen, anemia.

It is wonderful that the useful properties of kohlrabi do not weaken when used in any form. There are a huge number of recipes for kolrabi dishes. It is added to salads, stewed, boiled, baked. The calorie content of kohlrabi is 44 kcal. 100 gr. In this regard, it is recommended to people who are obese, and those who dream of an ideal figure and control their weight. The benefits of kohlrabi in dietary nutrition are also due to the fact that it includes tartronic acid, which prevents the conversion of carbohydrates into fats, which, no doubt, is extremely useful for the figure.

Harm to Kohlrabi

You should not abuse cabbage with increased stomach acidity. In this case, the harm of kohlrabi may manifest itself. Rare examples of intolerance to the product are also known, which is definitely a contraindication for eating kohlrabi.