10 Health Benefits of Spinac- Leafy Veggi

There are wide variety of leafy greens and all the leafy greens are rich in nutrients, proteins, minerals etc.  They are very much eatable and we Indians make lots of different dishes with those leafy greens.

 

Let us see the different types of leafy greens and the health benefits they offer.

Spinach leaves

1. Spinach contains phytonutrients and flavonoids like carotenoids, glucuronides, Neoxanthin etc,  which act as anti-inflammatory and anticancer agents that helps to prevent the occurrence of stomach cancer, skin cancer and breast cancer.  Along with that it also reduces the risk of prostate cancer.

2. Spinach can used to treat high blood pressure and atherosclerosis as it contains antioxidants like vitamin C, vitamin E, manganese, beta-carotene, zinc, selenium etc.

3. Spinach also contains carotenoids like zeaxanthin, which help in promoting good eye sight.  Taking spinach regularly can help you reduce the risk of occurrence of age-related eye disorders like cataracts and macular degeneration.

4. Spinach contains vitamin K, which helps in healthy growth of bones.

5. Spinach encourages the growth of bone protein.

6. The calcium and magnesium present in Spinach helps in bone development.

7. Spinach is a golden nugget of vitamins, phytonutrients, minerals, and nutrients.  It is a rich source of vitamin A, vitamin K, dietary fiber, magnesium, omega-3 fatty acids, manganese, folate, iron, protein, vitamin C, vitamin B2, potassium, phosphorus, calcium, selenium, niacin, zinc, copper, vitamin B6 etc.  

8. Regular intake of spinach can help you deal with the problem of early aging.

9. The vitamin A and vitamin C present in Spinach makes it a heart-healthy food as they help in reducing the cholesterol levels.

10. Spinach helps in reducing the risk of anemia in pregnant woman.

11. Spinach helps in maintaining good blood pressure rate.  

12. The beta-carotene and vitamin C present in Spinach helps in maintaining good gastrointestinal health.

13. Spinach acts as an anti-inflammatory and relieves the risk of inflammations like osteoporosis, arthritis, migraine, headache and asthma.

14. Spinach intake can help promote good functioning of brain.

15. Spinach is a good iron supplement.  People who are suffering with iron deficiency can take spinach regularly to get rid of it.  

16. Spinach along with providing health benefits also provides beauty benefits like treating dry skin and promoting hair growth.

17. The vitamin A present in Spinach helps in boosting the immune system.