Spinach is able to have a beneficial effect on blood pressure due to the content of beneficial minerals in it. This was announced on Friday, January 21, by nutritionist Lera Lavsky.
“Especially it (spinach. – Ed.) will be useful for people with cardiovascular problems, as it contains potassium and magnesium. These minerals help maintain normal blood pressure and relax the heart muscles, ”RIA Novosti quotes her.
In addition, this product has a positive effect on intestinal motility due to its high fiber content, the expert noted.
According to her, the antioxidants in spinach are able to maintain youth and sufficient energy levels at all ages. In addition, the plant can support immunity as well as kidney health.
“For people who are often ill, spinach is suitable as a source of vitamin C, which helps maintain immunity during periods of illness. Do not forget that spinach is high in oxalates and its consumption for those who have kidney problems should be limited, ”the nutritionist clarified.
However, the use of this product does not replace the need to consult a specialist.
In November, cardiologist Victoria Starosvetskaya said that daily consumption of spinach is good for organizing the normal functioning of the digestive system, as it contains a large amount of minerals such as potassium, magnesium, iron, calcium, vitamins K, C, E, vitamins group B, beta-carotene, omega-3 fatty acids.
In turn, the leading expert of the CMD Center for Molecular Diagnostics of the Central Research Institute of Epidemiology of Rospotrebnadzor Marina Vershinina noted the benefits of spinach in type 2 diabetes.
Source: IZ
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