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Cabbage is an excellent source of vitamin K, vitamin C and vitamin B6. It is also a very good source of manganese, dietary fiber, potassium, vitamin B1, folate and copper. Additionally, cabbage is a good source of choline, phosphorus, vitamin B2, magnesium, calcium, selenium, iron, pantothenic acid, protein and niacin.
One cup of raw, chopped cabbage contains only 22 calories, 5 grams of carbohydrates, and 2.2 grams of fiber. Almost half of the carbohydrates found in cabbage come from fiber, making it a filling, heart healthy food choice. Cabbage is cholesterol and fat-free and contains a negligible amount of sodium.