Health Benefits Of Spinach

Health Benefits Of Spinach

Spinach is a dark green leafy like and is very important for skin and hair, bone health and also provides protein, iron, vitamins and minerals.Spinach however has a large amount of oxalate, and individuals who suffer from kidney stones should avoid over-consumption of spinach. It also contains high levels of oxalic acid, but lightly cooked spinach is assumed to reduce the acid content. Spinach has more benefits than most everyday easy to eat and acquire vegetables, and can be added to anything to make it a healthy body friendly meal.Consumption of spinach has many benefits; some of the most common benefits which we can avail by consuming it are described in brief in the following:

·         Spinach not only lowers the risk of formation of cancer causing agents in the body but also maintains stability by lowers blood pressure in body.

·         It lowers the risk of developing cancer as spinach is rich in vitamins and proteins which inhibits the formation of the cancer causing biomolecules and has anti-cancer fighting agents.

·         Diabetes management can be done with this wonderful vegetable. Usually doctors and medical experts recommend spinach in the diet of a diabetic patient.

·         It stable bowels as spinach has fiber that helps in combining and cleaning of the bowels.

·         The digestion and nutrient absorption by the body increases and digestive system is working efficiently.

·         Spinach is a versatile vegetable and may be eaten raw or cooked though It is available in a can, fresh and even frozen thus providing ease of choice and storage.

·         The introduction of spinach in daily meals is a healthy and smart way to maintain one's health and body. A good digestive system leads to proper daily body functions and activities.

·         Spinach leaves are not only eye catching but also serve other purposes like nourishment, due to the high content of vitamin c.

·         A new category of health supportive nutrients have been found in spinach which helps to protect the inner lining of the digestive tract and helps prevent inflammation.

·         Spinach also helps in preventing prostate cancer as well though it mainly depends on the type of cancer causing agents.

·         Spinach is considered to be one of the world’s healthiest vegetable; it is rich in vitamins and minerals, antioxidant protection.

·         Spinach is said to come from Persia, and spread by the 12^th century all over Europe and beyond. It became a desired leaf which is good for health. Spinach belongs to the chenopodiaceous family, which is a nutritional powerhouse. 

·         It is a plant with the ability to restore energy, increase vitality and increase the quality of blood, hence providing energy to do that extra more.

·         Spinach has good levels of iron and hence pregnant women are encouraged to have spinach more often than not. This helps in the strengthening of bones for the mother as well as child.

After considering all the above benefits of the spinach it is advised that to inclusion of spinach is an important thing which needs to be done to lead a healthy life.