What is the difference between cabbage and cauliflower?

Table of contents:

• What are the benefits of cabbage?
• How can cauliflower be cooked?
• Who can't eat Savoy cabbage?
• Who can't eat broccoli?

The most obvious difference, apart from their appearance, is the taste.

What are the benefits of cabbage?

Thanks to their high vitamin K content, cabbage improves calcium absorption and reduces its elimination through the urine, strengthening bones. Through their high fibre and water content, they stimulate intestinal regularity and keep the digestive system healthy.

How can cauliflower be cooked?

Before eating, cauliflower must be boiled, or it can be eaten raw: simply cut it up and season it with oil, lemon and salt.

What is the difference between broccoli and cauliflower?

The first difference that jumps out at you without needing to be a botany expert is the colour (white of cauliflower, bright green of broccoli) and a different structure (compact the former, branched the latter).

Who can't eat Savoy cabbage?

It is not advisable to eat dishes made from this vegetable if you suffer from an irritable colon or hypothyroidism. If the colon is irritable, it can cause bloating, abdominal pain and even diarrhoea. Savoy cabbage is very rich in vitamin K, which has an anticoagulant effect.

Who can't eat broccoli?

Fibre, oligosaccharides and polyols in particular are all highly fermented, so those suffering from gastritis and intestinal problems should limit their consumption. The high amount of potassium also means that broccoli is not an ideal food for those suffering from kidney problems.

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How much cauliflower to eat per day?

A member of the cruciferous family (like broccoli and radishes), cauliflower is a treasure trove of nutrients that make it invaluable to health. It should be eaten at least 2-3 times a week to take advantage of its many virtues.