What to do:
Avoid eating cabbage too frequently
Stay well-hydrated to dilute oxalate levels
Balance cabbage intake with calcium-rich foods to reduce oxalate absorption
3. People With Hypothyroidism or Thyroid Disorders
Cabbage belongs to the Brassicaceae family, which contains goitrogens — substances that may interfere with iodine absorption when consumed in excess, particularly in raw form.
This can be problematic for people with hypothyroidism or those taking thyroid medications such as levothyroxine.
What to do:
Always cook cabbage thoroughly (cooking reduces goitrogen activity)
Avoid eating large amounts daily
Do not consume cabbage close to the time you take thyroid medication
4. People With Bloating or Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
Cabbage is high in FODMAPs, carbohydrates that ferment easily in the gut and can trigger digestive symptoms.
