Spinach is a nutrition powerhouse and is packed with Vitamins (K, C, B2, B6, E, and A) as well as Manganese, Folate, Magnesium, Iron, Copper, Calcium, and Potassium. 

 

Although high in nutrition, it’s low in calories. Spinach is often considered to be a “free food” as it is only 25 calories for 100g of raw leaves.

 

Research has shown that all those nutrients do amazing things for your body, like

 

🌱 supports natural detox

🌱 boosts immunity

🌱 strengthens bones 

🌱 fights cancer

🌱 protects against high blood pressure 

🌱 protects against heart disease

🌱 improves eye health

🌱 improves skin condition

🌱 improves gut health

🌱 helps with anemia

🌱 protects against insulin resistance

🌱 improves breathing

🌱 reduces cravings

🌱 boosts hair growth

🌱 helps with muscle efficiency

 

Research has also shown that those who’ve consumed spinach need less oxygen when exercising.

 

One interesting thing to note is that the nutrient profile changes depending on whether you are eating it cooked or raw.  For instance when eating it raw, Folate, Vitamin C, Niacin, Riboflavin, and Potassium are more pronounced but when cooked, Vitamin E, Vitamin A, Zinc, Thiamin, Calcium, Iron, Beta-Carotene, Lutein, and Zeaxanthin are the benefits. So a diet rich in both cooked and raw spinach is recommenced to get the full effects of this disease fighting Superfood.

 

You can throw a handful of Spinach into lots of recipes, like Omelettes, Sautéed veggies, Pasta Dishes, Casseroles, Salads, Stews, Soups, and Smoothies.

 

You can also pack in more cooked spinach in a recipe this this!