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| The Super Spinach |
Spinach contains a spectrum of phytonutrients, discussed in more detail in a previous blog post, as well as a carotenoid called lutein; a potent antioxidant found in the macular region of the eye, the area of highest visual discrimination. It also boasts a plethora of micronutrients including the vitamins C, E, K, B6 & folate and the minerals iron, calcium, magnesium, manganese & zinc – a pretty potent mix!
David Grotto in
his wonderful book entitled “101 Foods That Could Save Your Life” writes
lyrically about this wonderful leafy green and tells how the “spinach capital”,
Crystal City in Texas, erected a statue in 1937 to honour both Popeye and his
creator, E. C. Segar; the character was apparently responsible for a huge
increase in spinach sales and was credited as saving the spinach industry!
“It would make
sense that if you could develop a pill containing the significant substances in
spinach, you’d have a potent weapon against cancer” (Steven Pratt & Kathy Matthhews – SuperFoods).
The power of nutrition!
Cathy x
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