Spinach

Spinach is one of the richest sources of beta carotene. Beta carotene is transformed into vitamin A in the intestine.

About Spinach:

Beta carotene helps in reducing oxidative stress of the free radical. Thiamine is present in spinach that is absorbed by the body. Thiamine helps in the transformation of carbohydrates to energy.

Folic acid is found in abundance in spinach. Folic acid helps in the prevention of anemia. Folic acid should be consumed by the pregnant women for the proper development of the babies in the fetus. Folic acid also helps in the combination of proteins.

Spinach and Vitamins:

Vitamin C is also present in spinach Vitamin C has the properties of the antioxidants. Vitamin C helps in the development of the immunity. Vitamin C also helps in the accumulation of iron in the body. Vitamin C also helps in the development of the gums and teeth.

Vitamin E is found the spinach. Vitamin E has the properties of the antioxidants that hep in the development of the reproductive system. Vitamin E also helps in the improving the condition of the skin and hair.

Vitamin K is also found in spinach. Vitamin K helps in the clotting of blood. Vitamin K also prevents the deposition of calcium in the walls of the arteries. The prevention of deposition of calcium on the walls of the arteries do not restrict the flow of blood through the heart. The end result is the prevention of cardiac diseases.

Vitamin C and beta carotene prevent the risks of colon cancer. The presence of vitamin E in spinach prevents the deterioration of the brain cells. Spinach is one of the richest sources of iron. Iron is an important component of hemoglobin that help in the transportation of oxygen from the lungs to various tissues of the body.

Vitamins

Soybeans	Seafood
Sunflower Seeds	Salmon
Legumes	Beets
Spinach	Cabbage
Peaches	Yams
Apricots	Cauliflower
Oranges	Carrots
Tomatoes	Dates
Cottage Cheese	Grapefruit
Papaya	Green Leafy Vegetables
Meat