Health Benefits of Spinach:

  • ANTI-INFLAMMATORY –  Eating anti-inflammatory foods may be able to reduce inflammation, reduce pain, and decrease your risk for chronic diseases.
  • HIGH IN ANTIOXIDANTS – antioxidants can neutralize the process of oxidation and cellular damage which contributes to aging and disease.
  • HELPS  IMPROVE VISION –   Spinach is rich in nutrients such as beta carotene, lutein and zeaxanthin which provide an excellent source of nutrition for your eyes
  • LOWERS BLOOD PRESSURE – Spinach is packed with heart-healthy nutrients like potassium, folate, and magnesium — key ingredients for lowering and maintaining blood pressure levels.
  • STRENGTHENS BONES – 1 cup of Spinach is 10% of you daily Calcium requirement
  • STRENGTHENS THE IMMUNE SYSTEM – Spinach is an excellent source of Vitamin C, Vitamin A, and antioxidants which help boost immunity.
  • LOW IN CALORIES AND HIGH IN NUTRIENTS –  30 calories per 1 cup serving

Now go eat your greens!!

 

Natalie – The Cookin’ Greens Team

 

 

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