Anil Dhawan Anil Dhawan Asked 5 months ago

How to prepare cabbage soup for weight loss?

My wife is on a weight loss journey and heard about cabbage soup. Can someone tell us how to prepare cabbage soup specifically for weight loss? We want to make sure we're doing it right.

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Priya Sharma Priya Sharma Joined Feb 2026 5 months ago
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Hey bestie! Cabbage soup, huh? Don't stress too much about it! Just chop up a lot of cabbage, onions, carrots, bell peppers, tomatoes, and some celery. Sauté them lightly, add water or veggie broth, and season with salt, pepper, garlic, and maybe some mixed herbs. Let it simmer until veggies are tender. It's really simple and filling, perfect for a light meal! Just remember to include other healthy foods too, okay?

Anjali Mehta Anjali Mehta Joined Feb 2026 5 months ago

If you're thinking about diets like cabbage soup for weight loss, please do it responsibly. Before starting any restrictive diet, get a general health checkup. I once tried a crash diet without consulting anyone and ended up feeling constantly weak and dizzy. It's not worth jeopardizing your health. A doctor can tell you if such a diet is suitable for your body.

Rahul Verma Rahul Verma Joined Feb 2026 5 months ago

Cabbage soup for weight loss? Ah, the legendary 'fart soup' diet! Just chop everything up – cabbage, onions, bell peppers, carrots, tomatoes – throw it in a pot with some veggie broth, and let it cook until you can't tell what's what anymore. Season liberally. Warning: may cause extreme culinary boredom and social distancing. But hey, it works for some! Just make sure your family has air freshener ready. 😉

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Deepika Singh Deepika Singh Joined Mar 2026 5 months ago

I actually tried the cabbage soup diet briefly a few months ago. What helped me was making it super flavorful. I'd sauté the onions and garlic first, then add a lot of different herbs like oregano and basil, plus a pinch of red chili flakes. Using good quality vegetable broth instead of just water also made a huge difference. I also added a bit of ginger. It's very low calorie, so just be mindful it's not a long-term solution.

Suman Devi Suman Devi Joined Mar 2026 5 months ago

Cabbage soup is a simple and light option. You can chop cabbage, carrots, and other vegetables, then boil them in water with some salt and pepper. It's important to make it taste good so you can stick with it. Adding a little ginger and garlic helps with flavor.

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Gaurav Soni Gaurav Soni Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

My doctor cautioned me about relying solely on restrictive diets like cabbage soup for long-term weight loss. He said while it's low in calories and can initiate quick loss due to water weight, it often lacks essential nutrients and can be hard to sustain. For a healthy, temporary cleanse, prepare it with plenty of other non-starchy vegetables, using vegetable broth, and minimal oil/salt. But combine it with a balanced diet plan afterward.

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