HerbHealtH is all about attaining good health via natural & herbal ways. Today, people are well aware of the fact that Herbal alternatives are safe, gentle and work in harmony with the body system as compared to pharmaceutical medicines. The new mantra today is to go natural, as everything around us is too polluted with chemicals and synthetic stuff. The more we use things from Nature's bounty the better it is for our overall health. Let's go back to our roots, by opening up our Grandma's treasure chest box & use what Nature has given us in plenty.

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Saturday, November 24, 2012

Spinach is an Excellent Source of Antioxidants!


Spinach is Good for Health!
Spinach (Spinacia oleracea) is a vigorously growing dioecious, erect biennial herb of the family Amaranthaceae. Though the herb is a native of South west Asia, today it is widely cultivated in North America, Europe and Asia. Spinach has a high nutritional value and is extremely rich in antioxidants, especially when fresh, steamed, or quickly boiled. Its leaves are rich in carbohydrates, proteins, fats, fibres, magnesium, manganese, folate, copper, zinc, niacin, selenium, sodium, potassium, sulphur, phosphorus and omega-3 fatty acids. It is also a rich source of vitamins A, vitamin B2, vitamin  B6, vitamin C, vitamin E and vitamin K.  Recently, opioid peptides, called rubicolins have also been found in spinach. Spinach contains 4 times more of beta-carotene and 3 times more of lutein than broccoli. 

Spinach is an Excellent Source of Antioxidants!
Spinach is said to be a protective food against Cancer. Consuming spinach in meals is said to inhibit tumor growth and keeps body normal from undergoing Mutation. It is also known to be beneficial for those suffering from Diabetes. Having half a cup of spinach leaves juice before meals twice daily is helpful in controlling diabetes. Owing to high Vitamin A content, the herb is protective against Eye diseases. Anemic patients must consume this herb in diet as spinach is a good source of iron, and thus, prevents AnemiaBecause iron is a component of hemoglobin, which carries oxygen to all body cells, it is also beneficial as Energy food. 

Spinach has Multiple Health Benefits!
In conditions such as arthritis, osteoporosis, migraine headaches and asthma, spinach is helpful in combating the ailments owing to its Anti-inflammatory properties.  Another of the benefits of spinach is that it's good for the heart. In addition, folate is good for a healthy Cardiovascular system. Its antioxidant vitamins help reduce free radical in the body and maintain healthy cholesterol levels in the blood. Magnesium, another mineral found in spinach helps to lower High blood pressure (Hypertension)Spinach has a laxative effect and is wonderful in Weight loss diets.

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