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​Spinach: Lesser known health benefits these green leaves offer (3 easy recipes inside)

TIMESOFINDIA.COM | Last updated on - Dec 16, 2023, 16:00 IST
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Spinach is abundantly available in winter season

Spinach is blessed with loads of nutrients and vitamins. This green leafy vegetable is rich in iron and antioxidants. It can be consumed with salads, soups, and a variety of dishes. Incorporating this green leafy vegetable is believed to reap optimal health benefits.

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It improves cognitive functioning

Spinach has miraculous health benefits. It supports your brain health. Science and research have proved that consuming spinach regularly has seen a decline in cognitive diseases, Alzheimer’s disease, and dementia. Compounds like folate and vitamin B minimize the risk of cognitive impairment.

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It regulates blood pressure

In the Journal of Nutrition 2016, it was found that people who consumed spinach beverages saw an increase in blood nitrate levels. Since spinach is a good source of nitrates, it regulates blood pressure. Adding spinach to your diet is even good for your heart health.

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Weight management

Incorporating spinach into your diet can help you lose weight gradually. It has a great amount of antioxidants, vitamins, minerals, and high fiber content that helps in reducing calorie intake. There are several lip-smacking recipes of spinach that you can easily prepare.

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​Anti-cancer properties

It has been scientifically proven that spinach has anti-cancer properties. The two compounds MGDG and SQDG are believed to slow down the growth of cancer cells. However, consuming spinach leaves is not the only way to prevent cancer.

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​Good for your eyes

Spinach improves your eyesight as it prevents eyes from cataracts and age-related macular degeneration. It consists of lutein and zeaxanthin which is good for the eyes. Including spinach in your diet can help you maintain your eye health.

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Easy spinach recipes for your overall well-being

Incorporate these 3 healthy spinach recipes into your diet to have a healthy routine. These are easy to prepare and make sure you use fresh and organic spices and other ingredients to prepare these recipes.

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​Palak parantha

Spinach parantha is made by mixing pureed spinach blended with a mix of spices into the dough.



Ingredients
2 cups whole wheat flour
Pureed spinach
Wheat flour
Spices (Green chili, cumin powder)
Salt

Steps to make
1 Knead dough by adding spinach puree and all spices to it
2 After the dough is needed, start making paranthas on tawa
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​Spinach omelette

It is simply made by adding spinach to an omelette.



Ingredients
2 eggs
Spinach leaves (Freshly chopped)
Salt to taste

Steps to make
1 Beat the eggs with spinach leaves and mix them well.
2 Add red chilli and salt to taste
3 Add oil to the pan, and spread the egg mixture to make an omelette. Flip it until it turns golden brown.
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​Palak pakora

Palak pakora is a crispy fried evening snack.

Ingredients


Chopped spinach
Chopped onions
Finely chopped green chilies
2 tbsp rice flour
3/4th cup gram flour

Steps to make
1 Add all the ingredients and mix well.
2 Fry small portions to make crispy deep-fried palak pakoras.

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