The Health Benefits of Spinach, Chard and Kale

Spinach and others leafy greens like kale, chard and collards represent a close to irreplaceable family of foods from the perspective of good nutrition and long-term health.

From the perspective of nutrition, there is little questioning the fact that leafy greens contain most of the nutrients people tend to fall short in – fibre, potassium, calcium and magnesium to name a few.

That’s only the tip of the iceberg though, because spinach is home to a wide array of uniquely beneficial phytochemical compounds such as lutein and zeaxanthin, known for their eye health.

s well as various compounds from the flavonol family like quercetin and kaemperfol.

Flavonols are a family of anti-inflammatory compounds from the broader flavonoid family and they tend to be associated with longevity and good cognitive health as we age.

Leafy greens like spinach are among few foods that contain flavonols, which are also known to have significant anti-cancer potential.

Research shows that dietary habits influence disease risk. While certain foods may trigger chronic health conditions, others offer strong medicinal and protective qualities. Thus, many people argue that food is medicine. Yet, diet alone cannot and should not replace medicine in all circumstances. Do you look at food as if it can be medicine for your disease? If yes would you like more information on this, save the PDF for further conversation with your HCP.

Research shows that dietary habits influence disease risk. While certain foods may trigger chronic health conditions, others offer strong medicinal and protective qualities. Thus, many people argue that food is medicine. Yet, diet alone cannot and should not replace medicine in all circumstances. Do you look at food as if it can be medicine for your disease? If yes would you like more information on this, save the PDF for further conversation with your HCP.