Spinach

Spinach is a nutritional powerhouse. It is one of the most nutrient dense foods in existence. Spinach is packed with vitamin C, vitamin E, beta-carotene, manganese, zinc, and selenium which all serve as powerful antioxidants that protect against many diseases and health conditions.

 

High Blood Pressure

Spinach contains almost 40% of magnesium your body needs. Magnesium is essential in maintaining healthy levels of blood pressure. In fact, just a salad-size portion of spinach will work to lower high blood pressure within hours.

 

Osteoporosis

One cup of cooked spinach provides over 1000% of the daily recommended vitamin K which helps prevent excess activation of osteoclasts, the cells that break down bones. Vitamin K also promotes the synthesis of osteocalcin, an essential protein for maintaining the strength and density of our bones.