Spinach
Spinach is a very useful plant that belongs to the quince family.
Homeland spinach is Iran, after which it came to China, and then to Europe.
Spinach is a low-calorie product. Only 100 calories per 100 grams. The plant contains many vitamins: K, A, E, C, B vitamins, omega-3, protein, many trace elements.
Useful properties of spinach
- Due to the high content of iron, spinach makes hemoglobin in the body more active, which contributes to a better supply of oxygen to cells.
- Cleanses the body, improves metabolism, promotes weight loss.
- Spinach is able to fight the formation of cancer cells in the body.
- Improves the work of the cardiovascular system.
- The plant has anti-inflammatory properties.
- Spinach can prevent eye diseases.
- Consumption of the product helps to make gums and teeth healthier.
- Spinach is very useful for pregnant women and children. This is due to the fact that it contains almost all the necessary minerals and vitamins for the body.
- Spinach is recommended for people who are exposed to stress. It helps to tidy up the nervous system.
- The product is rich in fiber, which improves bowel function.
Harmful properties of spinach
The plant has a lot of oxalic acid, which is a disadvantage. It is not recommended to use the product to those who have kidney and urinary tract diseases. Spinach is contraindicated in diseases such as rheumatism, gout and diseases of the liver and biliary tract.
Fresh or dried spinach is used in cooking. Young leaves are mostly put in salads and sauces, and older ones are cooked or fried. Green spinach leaves are added to green borscht, vegetable salads, omelets, purees and various pies.
Before eating, spinach should be put in a pan of boiling water for a few minutes and then in cold water. So the bitter taste will go, all vitamins and minerals will remain.
In addition to cooking, spinach is also used in cosmetology. Spinach leaves cleanse and tone the skin, smooth out wrinkles, remove toxins and get rid of pigmentation.
You can buy dried spinach in our online store at retail from 100 grams and wholesale from 2 kilograms.