10 Super Benefits of Spinach

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"Eat spinach and get supercharged strength like Popeye".

 10 Super Benefits of Spinach

 1.Spinach is a very good source of Vitamin A.Helps to maintain healthy hair, skin and mucous membranes, assists protein synthesis, prevents and fights viral and respiratory infections,essential for eye health,assists in growth and bone formation and also helps to prevent night blindness.


2.Spinach is a nutrient-dense food with lot of vitamins and  minerals.It is low in Saturated Fat and very low in Cholesterol. It is also a very good source of Dietary Fiber, Protein, Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Vitamin E , Vitamin K, Thiamin, Riboflavin, Vitamin B6, Folate, Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, Phosphorus, Potassium, Copper and Manganese.

3.Spinach is GOOD for Eye Health.It is rich in Antioxidants like Lutein & Zeaxanthin,Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) which are very good for eyes Health.Protects the eyes from various eye diseases and also from cataracts and age-related macular degeneration.

4.In addition,Spinach is loaded with flavonoids which act as antioxidants and protects the body from free radicals.
Popeye with Spinach
Spinach

5.Spinach is Very GOOD for Heart Health.It is an excellant Superfood for Heart.Lutein, folate, potassium, and fiber in Spinach helps to keep healthy heart.Lutein in spinach helps to reduces the risk of heart attacks,strokes,hardening of arteries or atherosclerosis.This leafy green vegetable also minimize the tissue damage caused to the heart.Potassium in spinach helps to lower the blood pressure and also reduces the risk of strokes and heart diseases.

6.Spinach is Good for Bone Health.Spinach contains Vitamin K, Vitamin A and magnesium which are very good for Bone Health.

7.Spinach and Brain Health

Spinach is a powerhouse for antioxidants.It provides wide range of neurological benefits and keeps the brain young and active.This superfood helps to improve memory and learning. Folate in Spinach reduces this risk of strokes in the brain.

8.Spinach is good for diabetics  Alpha Lipoic Acid in spinach is a potent antioxidant which helps to stabilize the blood sugar levels and also fights against cancer.
Spinach contains anti-inflammatory properties,anti-aging properties and it is good for over all health.

9.Spinach is an excellent source of iron, folate and Vitamin A.Hence it is considered a good food during pregnancy and breastfeeding.Iron plays a vital role to transport oxygen to cells, for muscle development and also aids in developing resistance to infection.

10.Vitamin K in spinach helps to control blood clotting and is good for bone health.


How to make Spinach Paratha





Comments

  1. AnonymousMarch 6, 2013 at 6:35 PM

    very informative :) well i knew about 4 of the uses .. now i know another 6 ... bigger reason to have spinach and become Popoye ! :D

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  2. MeowwMarch 7, 2013 at 11:28 PM

    Love the clean layout and info. Please accept your Liebster Award here: http://meowwsmusings.blogspot.kr/2013/03/liebster-award.html

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