Wednesday, 13 December 2023 09:05 IWST Editor: Hadi Ismanto
PMJ NEWS – Spinach or Spinacia oleracea is a type of green vegetable that can be found in various countries, including Indonesia. This plant, which is often processed into clear vegetables, is actually beneficial for health.
This benefit is obtained because spinach contains vitamins A, C, K1, folic acid, iron and calcium which are needed by the body. Spinach also contains several vitamins and other minerals such as potassium, magnesium, and vitamins B6, B9 and E.
As reported on the WebMD page, Wednesday (13/12/2023), here are a series of benefits of consuming spinach every day:
1. Keep your body hydrated
Eating spinach is another way to keep your body hydrated, besides drinking. Spinach is a vegetable that contains almost all water. Add it to your meals and snacks throughout the day for extra H2O.
2. Prevent Osteoporosis
Spinach contains calcium, manganese and vitamin K which are important for bone health. Your body is constantly removing and rebuilding bone tissue. If you don’t get enough calcium, your chances of developing osteoporosis are higher.
3. Helps development
Babies There is a lot of folate in spinach. This vitamin prevents neural tube birth defects such as spina bifida in babies. That’s why doctors often ask pregnant women to take folic acid supplements.
You also get vitamin B6 from spinach, which is important for a baby’s brain development in the womb and after birth.
4. Limits appetite
Studies show thylakoid extracts from plants such as spinach can reduce appetite. This happens because the compound reduces levels of hunger hormones and increases hormones that make you feel full.
5. Strengthens the Immune System
Spinach has minerals and vitamins such as vitamin E and magnesium that support the immune system. This immune system can keep the body safe from viruses and bacteria that cause disease.
2023-12-13 02:05:00
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