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Cabbage is grown in temperate climates, its season is from September to January and different varieties are distinguished, among which the following stand out:

• Flat green-white cabbage: it is the most common.
• White cabbage or curly cabbage or Savoy cabbage.
• Red cabbage or purple cabbage.
• Chinese cabbage or Akusai.

• Cabbage: rich in vitamins C, A, potassium, phosphorus, magnesium, and folates.
• Cauliflower: rich in fiber, vitamin C, sulfur, and phosphorus.

Among its properties, its sulfur content stands out, which is why it is considered a powerful antioxidant. It is also rich in vitamins A, C, E, and B and in minerals, especially sulfur and potassium. It is recommended for diabetics, helps avoid uric acid and cholesterol, promotes children's growth, aids in fat elimination, prevents hypertension, provides antibodies, regulates the hormonal functioning of the thyroid and pituitary gland, and combats arthritis and rheumatism.

It is a very popular vegetable in European countries due to its multiple health benefits.