Spinach – Best Source Of Antioxidants

Spinach is not the best tasting vegetable in the world but it packs a incredible amount of nutrients. Spinach is one of the richest source of antioxidants, 1 cup of fresh spinach has over 3,600 IU of beta-carotene. Beta-carotene is one of the many carotenoids which are well known for their anti-cancer and anti-aging properties. Beta-carotene is also good for the heart because it prevents the LDL cholesterol from oxidizing which can have damaging effects on arteries. Spinach is also high in vitamin K, A, manganese, folate, iron and vitamin C. Because of its high levels of vitamin K, calcium and magnesium, spinach is great for bone health. For people who is weight conscious, spinach is great for weight management because it contains a lot of nutrients, and is very low in calories. It is important not to overcook spinach because the heat will destroy many of its nutrients. With so much powerful ingredients, no wonder Popeye gets so strong after eating spinach!

Benefits of spinach:

• Helps the body to fight against aging.
• Helps the body to fight against certain cancer, such as prostate and ovarian cancer.
• Great for increasing bone health.
• Prevents cholesterol from sticking to artery walls which reduces the chance of heart attack.
• Great for gastrointestinal health.
• Great for asthma, arthritis and osteoporosis because of its anti-inflammatory nutrients.

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