Cabbage is a nutritional powerhouse — crisp, affordable, and packed with vitamin C, fiber, vitamin K, folate, and antioxidants. It supports heart health, digestion, immunity, and even helps reduce inflammation.
But despite its many benefits, cabbage isn’t for everyone.
For some people, this cruciferous veggie can trigger uncomfortable or even dangerous reactions — from bloating to thyroid disruption.
Let’s look at four groups who should limit or avoid cabbage, so you can enjoy your food safely and wisely.
❌ 1. People With Thyroid Conditions (Especially Hypothyroidism or Goiter)
Why:
Cabbage is a goitrogenic vegetable, meaning it contains compounds called goitrin and thiocyanates that can interfere with thyroid function by:
