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Spinach, also known as spinach, is a vegetable with high nutritional value originating from European countries. Currently, spinach is very popular in the daily meals of Vietnamese people. So what are the health benefits of spinach?
1. Eating spinach helps prevent diabetes risk
Folic acid is a substance found in the composition of spinach. This substance has the same mechanism as an antioxidant, thereby limiting the risk of high blood sugar and increasing insulin sensitivity. Therefore, spinach is said to be good for patients with diabetes.
According to some other studies, alpha lipoic acid may reduce the risk of peripheral neuropathy. However, this nutrient is usually given intravenously. To be sure of the benefits when taken from food, more research is still needed.
2. Spinach adds antioxidants to the body
Spinach contains many green nutrients and antioxidants that are good for the body. Thanks to that, some syndromes such as prostate cancer, lung cancer, liver cancer ... can be minimized.
According to a number of recent studies have also demonstrated the anti-cancer effects of spinach. When ingested, the body is not affected by an amino acid that appears when cooking at high temperatures. As a result, the risk of cancer is significantly reduced.
3. Asthma can be treated with spinach
On research has shown that asthma patients 6 - 18 years old have a positive response when eating spinach. The main reason lies in the abundant source of beta carotene that spinach provides to the body.
4. People with high blood pressure should eat spinach
The potassium content in spinach is quite abundant, which can neutralize salt in the body. Thus, the risk of high blood pressure is also minimized. In addition, folate in the composition of vegetables can help relax the body. As a result, the stress on the vessel wall is reduced. Blood circulation keeps the body's blood pressure index stable.
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5. Eating spinach has the ability to improve bone function
Spinach is known as a nutritious vegetable. It is a rich source of vitamin K, which improves the function and strength of bones. In addition, the presence of some good micronutrients for bones such as zinc, manganese.... Eating spinach regularly can help you limit the risk of osteoporosis. At the same time, the teeth are also better protected.
6. Spinach helps improve digestive system function
Spinach, like the group of dark leafy green vegetables, contains a sufficient amount of fiber for the body. As a result, digestive tract diseases are always controlled and improved in the best way.
7. Spinach is a beauty food from deep inside
The nutritional composition of spinach is quite diverse. Thanks to the vitamins and minerals in vegetables and eating them regularly, they will help your skin glow and stay healthy. At the same time, the hair is also strong from the root to limit breakage.
Besides the substance and chlorophyll from the green of the leaves, it is impossible to ignore the iron that rayu provides. Iron is one of the substances that has a good effect on all body activities and increases resistance to the central nervous system. As a result, the skin is better protected from UV rays.
8. Using spinach can improve eyesight
There are some studies that suggest that beta carotene is the cause of spinach's ability to improve vision. In addition, the risks such as corneal ulcers or dry eyes are also improved.
9. Eating spinach supports the treatment of macular degeneration
Macular degeneration is an eye disease of high severity. Therefore, when eating spinach, antioxidants and nutrients will help improve the body's immune system and eye function. Thereby minimizing the risk of eye diseases.
10. Nutrients in spinach help limit the risk of cataracts
Not only supporting the treatment of macular degeneration, eating spinach can reduce the risk of cataracts. The mechanism of spinach is that it is a rich source of antioxidants that support the movement of free radicals.
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11. Nervous system function improved after consuming spinach
In some studies on the function of spinach with the nervous system, it has been shown that this vegetable can minimize the risk of Alzheimer's disease. Other neurasthenia syndromes are also improved by eating spinach. Therefore, this vegetable needs to be studied further to find more applications to improve nerve function.
12. Blood clotting disorder will be reduced when eating spinach
Hemophilia is very dangerous to our health, when eating spinach, vitamin K will produce a substance called prothrombon. This substance will support the blood clotting process to happen faster and stimulate liver function.
13. Spinach provides nutrients for the muscles
Muscles control all activities of the body. Therefore, to improve the function of muscles, spinach is an indispensable food in the daily menu.
14. Spinach helps to produce amino acids that are good for the body
When eating spinach, the body will secrete positive amino acids. Thanks to that, the movements are better maintained. Metabolism is also fast, which improves appetite. As a result, spinach used for weight loss purposes will have a good effect.
15. Eating spinach can prevent ulcers from deep inside
Gastric ulcers are always a concern of people with stomach diseases. However, according to recent publications, eating spinach can improve this condition. In addition, other inflammatory conditions can also be treated.
16. The risk of atherosclerosis is limited when eating spinach
Atherosclerosis is a phenomenon that occurs due to hardening of the arteries. They are the cause of dangerous cardiovascular diseases that can lead to death. When eating spinach, cholesterol and fat in the blood will be reduced, reducing the risk of complications.
17. Pregnant women eating spinach is good for the fetus
The fetus, especially the first 3 months of pregnancy, needs to be supplemented with folic acid to avoid neural tube defects. At the same time, vitamins and nutrients will also help pregnant women reduce morning sickness. After giving birth, eating spinach can also provide more nutrients to the milk to support the baby's rapid growth and comprehensive development.
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18. Spinach has the function of reducing inflammation effectively
Rheumatoid arthritis, gout can all be relieved when maintaining the habit of eating spinach. The vegetable's natural anti-inflammatory essence will work and go deep inside to prevent inflammation from spreading.
19. The nutritional source from spinach is suitable for young children to grow
Young children are always encouraged to use spinach to supplement an abundant source of nutrients. These substances will help children develop comprehensively both physically and intellectually in the first years of life.
Especially in adulthood, nutritional needs increase, spinach can also provide children with enough nutrients the body needs. Therefore, you can consult a nutritionist to balance the intake for your baby. If the child has any bad reactions, please notify the doctor immediately for timely emergency treatment.
Although spinach has many health benefits, it should not be subjective. The menu as well as the mode of use should be scientific and suitable for each body. To be more sure, you can contact an expert, a nutritionist - Vinmec International General Hospital for in-depth advice.
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