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Cabbage scan
GREEN
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Direct answer: For plain raw, steamed, boiled or otherwise simply prepared Cabbage, the DietVox Acid Reflux result for Cabbage is GREEN. Personal food and drink triggers can differ. The broader interpretation comes from NIDDK guidance on eating, diet and GERD.
Scope of the answer
Use the exact version shown here. Fried, creamed, pickled, dressed, sauced and blended preparations change the complete dish. Include oils, dressings and sauces in the serving being assessed.
What is specific to this food
- For navigation and comparison, Cabbage is grouped with vegetables, with the subtype “Cruciferous”.
- The imported scientific or reference name is Brassica oleracea var. capitata.
- For this profile, the exact imported record is FDC ID 169975 from USDA FoodData Central. Labels remain preferable for branded foods.
Canonical rating combination
Looking beyond this page, the food profile contains Acid Reflux GREEN alongside Low Sugar GREEN, Weight Loss GREEN and Balanced Eating GREEN. These are DietVox comparison labels, not physiological claims. Protocol context: NIDDK guidance on eating, diet and GERD.
Alternative food profiles
The article’s comparison set points to these alternatives:
- Lettuce — nutrition and all four ratings
- Spinach — nutrition and all four ratings
- Celery — nutrition and all four ratings
- Cucumber — nutrition and all four ratings
Source scope and editorial status
Editorial sources: NIDDK guidance on eating, diet and GERD plus USDA FoodData Central, checked 28 July 2026. DietVox Editorial is the organization author; medical review has not taken place.
Nutrition data provenance: DietVox matched the imported per-100g profile to USDA FoodData Central FDC ID 169975, Cabbage, raw. Checked 28 July 2026.
How It Works
This result is a DietVox comparison for Cabbage, not a claimed biological mechanism. Its protocol is Acid Reflux, framed by NIDDK guidance on eating, diet and GERD.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is raw cabbage or cooked cabbage better for acid reflux?
No authoritative GERD guidance located in this review ranks raw versus cooked cabbage. Compare similar portions and simple preparations if you suspect a difference, and record repeatable symptoms. This page does not establish a raffinose, gas or pressure mechanism or call either preparation safer.
Can I eat sauerkraut or kimchi if I have GERD?
Sauerkraut and kimchi have ingredients and preparation details beyond cabbage. NIDDK lists acidic and spicy foods as common symptom links, but does not require everyone with GERD to avoid fermented cabbage. Use your own repeated response and clinician advice rather than a universal ban.
Does cabbage cause gas, and can that make GERD worse?
Cabbage may coincide with gas or bloating for some people, but this page does not establish a fibre, raffinose or LES-pressure mechanism. Record the portion, preparation and meal if symptoms recur. NIDDK includes bloating among possible symptoms but does not assign it to cabbage.
What are the best types of cabbage for a GERD diet?
No cabbage variety is certified safe for GERD. Compare the variety, preparation and added ingredients you actually use. NIDDK lists high-fat, acidic and spicy foods as common symptom links, while individual triggers differ.
