Kohlrabi: The New Star of the Market Stands

Kohlrabi (Alabaş) is the newest member of the cabbage family to make its way onto our tables. Until recently, it wasn't even grown in our country. Now gaining recognition in Turkey, this vegetable is known internationally as "kohlrabi" or "heaven's knob." The plant, which comes in white and green varieties, is packed with virtually every vitamin and mineral you can think of. 

Its primary vitamins and minerals include: potassium, phosphorus, calcium, selenium, zinc, copper, and iron, as well as high levels of vitamins A, B, and C. 

Best of all, this remarkable plant can be grown year-round. In Turkey, it is cultivated most widely in the Marmara and Black Sea regions, as well as in the Aegean city of İzmir. You can now easily find it at the produce sections of supermarkets and at neighborhood market stalls.


Before we dive into its benefits and drawbacks, we'd love to share a wonderfully fragrant salad recipe with you. Be careful not to eat your fingers — our Yogurt Kohlrabi Salad Recipe is as beautiful to look at as it is delicious to eat…

Kohlrabi: A Remedy for Every Ailment?
See how kohlrabi spreads its healing power through the vitamins and minerals it contains…

Boosts Immunity
With its copper, zinc, and selenium content, it acts as a shield for our bodies against illness. 

A Shield Against Cancer
A powerful antioxidant, kohlrabi reduces the risk of developing lung and colon cancers.

Say Goodbye to Extra Pounds…
Thanks to its very low calorie count and high fiber content, it helps support weight loss.

Rheumatic Pain? Bye Bye!
The minerals it contains help ease rheumatic pain. 

We Trust You With Our Hearts, Kohlrabi!
Research shows that regular consumption can reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease. 


An Enemy of Hypertension
Kohlrabi absorbs iodine in the body and, thanks to its high potassium content, helps keep blood pressure in balance. 

Healthy Blood
Its rich iron content means anemia becomes a thing of the past. It's a real remedy for those who struggle with iron deficiency.

Soothe Your Nerves
By regulating blood pressure, it helps the body cope with stress, nervousness, fatigue, and exhaustion. 

Could Asthma and Bronchitis Become History?
Its airway-opening properties make it beneficial for shortness of breath and asthma. Additionally, the juice extracted by pressing the bulb can help stop a persistent cough.

Farewell to Stones
It helps with the breakdown and elimination of kidney and gallbladder stones.


Can Too Much Kohlrabi Be Harmful?

As beneficial as kohlrabi is, consuming it in excess can also pose a risk to our health. After all, since this may be a plant you're trying for the first time, it's worth knowing about any potential downsides, isn't it? 

By its nature, kohlrabi absorbs iodine from the human body, which can naturally lead to an iodine deficiency. For this reason, those who consume kohlrabi — especially if they also have a thyroid condition — should use iodized salt and avoid eating it more than twice a week. Too much of anything can be harmful, and we'll add: if you have a serious health condition or allergy, do not consume kohlrabi without first consulting your doctor.

Wishing you healthy days…