Cabbage is a vegetable rich in fiber, vitamins C, K and antioxidants, and is often considered a weight loss support food. However, some opinions say that after eating cabbage, especially eating it regularly or in large quantities, there is a feeling of bloating, flatulence and even accumulated belly fat.
First of all, cabbage belongs to the cruciferous vegetable group, along with cauliflower, kale... These vegetables contain a type of indigestible carbohydrate, which when entering the intestines will be fermented by intestinal bacteria and produce gas. This process causes bloating and flatulence, making many people feel like "fat gain", even though it is actually just a temporary storage of gas and water.
Second, if cabbage is processed by stir-frying a lot of fat, salt or eating with starch quickly like white rice, the total energy intake of the baby rations will exceed the necessary level. At that time, even though the main food is vegetables, the body still stores fat, especially in the abdomen, which is the place where visceral fat is most easily stored.
People with weak digestive systems or intestinal microbial disorders will digest cabbage ineffectively, leading to a prolonged mild inflammation in the intestines. Some studies show that chronic inflammation is also associated with belly fat accumulation due to its effects on insulin regulation and fat metabolism.
Cabbage itself does not cause belly fat accumulation. However, if you eat incorrectly, such as eating too much, eating with greasy foods or not suitable for the digestive system, it can lead to bloating, water retention, or even fat retention due to excessive energy consumption.
To take advantage of the benefits of cabbage, eat it in moderation, prioritize boiling or steaming, combine it with lean protein and limit refined starch.
