All leafy greens are very beneficial, but some are even more beneficial, says American nutrition expert Joseph Roberts. According to him, among these plants, spinach has the most beneficial effect on the body.
“Spinach is a unique product,” said the expert quoted by Medicalxpress. A cup of fresh spinach contains only 7 calories, but it provides 121% of the daily value of vitamin K for men and 161% for women.
“The amount of vitamin K in spinach is about 4 times more than in salad, about 5 times more than in broccoli, and about 8 times more than in cabbage. A cup of spinach provides 129% of the recommended daily value of vitamin A for women and 105% for men,” the publication states.
Spinach also contains a lot of fiber, vitamins C and B9, and increases magnesium, iron, and potassium. This composition makes the plant maximally beneficial for the body. Joseph Roberts emphasizes that regular consumption of spinach will be an excellent preventive measure against various diseases, including cardiovascular diseases and diabetes.
