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Savoy cabbage (Brassica oleracea), native to Europe, is a variety of cabbage highly appreciated for its large, crinkled and crisp leaves. There are different varieties of cabbage, among the most common varieties in Veneto soils we find the Green Savoy and the Moretta
Savoy cabbage.This plant prefers cool periods and is mainly cultivated in autumn and winter, seasons that favor its development thanks to low temperatures.
In addition to being a versatile vegetable in the kitchen, cabbage is known for its health-promoting properties. In fact, it is rich in vitamins (in particular vitamin C, vitamin K and folate), minerals and antioxidants, which help to combat oxidative stress.
It also contains fiber, useful for promoting digestion and maintaining intestinal health. Its leaves are also a source of aglucones, sulfur compounds with important analgesic, anti-inflammatory, decongestant and antiseptic properties
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