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Can cats eat cabbage?

A little

A little cooked leaf is fine; more causes gas.

How much

Up to per day 10g about 2 pieces · 1 small leaf ≈ 5 g

4 kg adult cat, treats ≤10% of ~200 kcal/day

PreparationCooked, chopped.

Why

Not toxic, but larger amounts cause gas or diarrhea, and lots of raw cabbage contains compounds that can affect the thyroid.

If your cat has a condition

  • Kidney disease OK to give Lower than the 2,000 mg/1000kcal kidney-diet line. Phosphorus 1,053 mg/1000kcal
  • Diabetes OK to give At this portion it is only 0.5 g of carbohydrate. Carbs 95% of calories
  • Heart disease (HCM) OK to give Low in salt. Sodium 368 mg/1000kcal
  • Urinary stones OK to give No specific stone concern known — water intake matters more.

Nutrition per 100 g

Nutrients per 100 g, with phosphorus also shown per 1000 kcal
Calories19 kcal
Protein0.8 g
Fat0.1 g
Carbohydrate4.52 g
Phosphorus20 mg 1,053 mg/1000kcal
Sodium7 mg
Potassium148 mg

Source: Korea MFDS Food Nutrient Database — 양배추_삶은것

SourcesReviewed 2026-10-24

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