Spinach - A superfood

         

        

•         Spinach

Spinach is a leafy green vegetable loaded with numerous minerals and vitamins.

It contains pottasium , magnesium and vitamin B6,B9 and Vitamin E. It also contains vitamin C , vitamin K , folic acid, iron and calcium.

Nutritional value of spinach

One cup (85 grams ) of spinach contain 

 ~ calories - 20

~ Protein - 2 grams

~ carbs - 3 grams

~ Fat - 0.9 grams

~ fibre - 2 grams

~ vitamin K - 410mcg

~ Vitamin C - 24mg

~ Sodium - 64.6 mg

~ sugar - 0 grams

Benefits of eating spinach

1 - Prevents Cancer

Spinach has a high source of zeaxanthin and carotenoids that can flush out the free radicals from your body. These free radicals make your body prone to many diseases including cancer.

 2 - Helps is bone health

Spinach contains vitamin K that aids in good bone health and this means adequate consumption of vitamins can do good to your health. 

4 - Prevents anaemia

Spinach has a high source of iron content in it that can prevent you from the risks of developing anaemia.

5 -Boosts immunity

Vitamin A content found in spinach is said to strengthen the entry points in the human body such as respiratory, intestinal tracts and mucus membranes.

6 - Helps is brain functioning

It’s content of vitamin K, Vitamin K helps a healthy nervous system and aid in normal behaviour.

7 - Prevents Heart Attacks

Spinach is rich in lutein

 which is responsible for preventing your arteries from thickening. This substance also prevents the risks of developing heart diseases.

8- Glowing skin 

our skin requires essential nutrients and minerals that need to keep it healthy .Some of the vital nutrients that spinach contains are vitamin A, vitamin C, vitamin E including vitamin K that plays an important role in healthy skin.

9 - Natural Anti-Ageing Properties

spinach comes loaded with antioxidants that have the tendency to destroy and prevent free radicals that cause premature ageing.

10- Good for eyes

The antioxidants that are found in spinach are lutein and zeaxanthin and these help in providing good eyesight. It also protects yours from cataracts, age-related macular degeneration and other eye problems. The vitamin A found in spinach helps to maintain mucus membranes that are essential for normal eyesight.

Summary

Spinach is a nutritious ,leafy,  green vegetable.

This vegetable has been shown to benefit health in several ways. It may decrease oxidative stress, improve eye health, and help prevent heart disease and cancer.

If you’re interested in its health-boosting potential, spinach is an easy food to add to your diet.

Consult the doctor for better advice .