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Nutritional benefits of Spinach 

March 28,2023
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Spinach is one of the most commonly known and consumed worldwide leafy green vegetables, it is also one of the most highly nutritious vegetables. 

Nutrients found in spinach includes: Iron, Calcium, Magnesium, Lutein, Kaempferol, Potassium, Vitamin A, Folate.

Benefits

Spinach contains an anti antioxidant known as alpha-lopic acid, which helps reduce diabetes.

Spinach contains chlorophyll which has been suggested to have anti cancer properties. So people who eat lots of spinach and green vegetables may have a lower risk of developing cancer.

Due to it’s potassium content, spinach may help reduce or manage high blood pressure

Spinach contains vitamin K which acts as a modifier of bone health

Promotes digestive regularity as it is high in fiber and water content.

It has large quantities of Vitamin A which moderates oil production in skin pores and hair follicles to moisturize the skin and hair.

Nutritional value per 100g:

7 calories

0.86g of protein

29.7mg of calcium

0.81g of iron

24mg of magnesium

167mg of potassium

Culinary Uses: Spinach can be consumed raw in salads, or cooked in variety of dishes, such as soups, stews, pastas, and sautés. It can also be used in smoothies and juices.

Varieties: There are varieties of spinach, including flat-leaf (or smooth) spinach, savoy spinach (which has crinkly leaves), and semi-savoy spinach (which is a cross between flat-leaf and savoy).

So, next time you eat spinach, remember the benefits of this nutritious leafy green. 

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