Spinach – a super food 
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Super Food: SPINACH
By Andrea Holwegner, Health Stand Nutrition Consulting Inc.
Deep green leafy vegetables such as spinach are good sources of beta carotene, fibre, iron, vitamin C, and vitamin K. They also contain folic acid, which is a B-vitamin which reduces the risk of heart disease and neural tube defects (spinal complications in a developing fetus). Spinach is also a great source of lutein, which is a phytochemical that prevents or slows macular degeneration which is a leading cause of blindness in the elderly.
About Andrea Holwegner
CEO, Registered Dietitian, Counseling Practice Director & Professional Speaker
Andrea the «Chocolate Loving Nutritionist» is founder and CEO of Health Stand Nutrition Consulting Inc. since 2000. She is an online nutrition course creator, professional speaker and regular guest in the media. Andrea is the recipient of an award by the Dietitians of Canada: The Speaking of Food & Healthy Living Award for Excellence in Consumer Education....Read more
