The Powerful Benefits Found In THIS Leafy Green

By Kevin DiDonato MS, CES


As a kid, I remember watching Popeye on TV.

I was always amazed how, at just the right time, he would pop open a can of spinach and transform into a super human being.

His biceps would swell…he would be stronger and faster than ever before…and he would be able to save the day—each and every time.

Obviously, spinach was the secret to his strength and power gains.

But the question remains…

Why?

Spinach and Your Health

Face it, eating a cup of spinach is not going to give you the super strength that Popeye possessed.

But it will give you a ton of nutritional benefits that your cells—and your entire body—will appreciate.

Let’s start with the basics—calories!  Spinach is very low in calories—around 27 calories in just one cup.

Spinach is also a great form of protein, with a majority of the 27 calories coming in the protein form.

But what else makes spinach so special?

Well, I am glad you asked…

Spinach is a great source of potassium—around 839 mg in just one cup of cooked spinach—making it a great way to balance out some of the electrolytes in your body.

And compared to eggs and lentils, spinach is a great source of non-heme iron, which your body needs to sustain energy levels and deliver oxygen and other nutrients through the body.

Spinach is also a great source of calcium.  However, it may not be as absorbable as other sources of calcium (like dairy products), so it should not be your sole source for this trace mineral.

But here’s another impressive aspect of spinach…

It contains a whopping amount of vitamin K.  Now, vitamin K is important to help with clotting in the body.

Plus it is a great source of fiber and other trace minerals that your body needs to function at 100 percent—all the time!

These are just a few reasons why people believe that spinach is a superfood and should be included at least once—if not more—times in a week!

With all the nutrients found in spinach, it should come as no surprise that spinach may prevent cancer, diabetes, asthma, blood pressure, improvements in skin and hair, and could even improve your bone health (much like dairy products may be able to).

The Final Say

When it comes to eating healthy, there are a lot of foods that you could consider including.

But one of them should always be spinach!  Packed full of nutrition, spinach is the ideal side for any meal you make.

Loaded with fiber, vitamin K, calcium, potassium, iron, and protein, spinach provides the right nutrients to keep your body strong and vibrant.

Plus, one cup tops off at 27 calories—which is perfect for those looking to pack in as much nutrition as possible without adding too many calories.

So, if you’re looking to improve your health—and your fat loss—then you may want to include more spinach into your daily shake, pair with your eggs, or as a side with your wild-caught salmon dinner!