Spinach Booster
NEWS: This superfood is now available in the SANEStore as a convenient whole-food powder so you can more easily enjoy it in smoothies and recipes.
Spinach contains a plethora of nutritional and medicinal properties which help to strengthen our immune system, boost energy levels, and provide our bodies with necessary vitamins and minerals. Spinach is a good source of Lutein, Protein, Iron, Fiber, Vitamin C, Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Vitamin K, Sodium, Manganese, Calcium, Phosphorus, Sodium, Beta-carotene, Potassium, Thiamine, Riboflavin, Carotenoids, Niacin, Chlorophyll, Antioxidants, Phytochemicals, Lipoic acid, and folate (also known as vitamin B9 and natural folic acid).
The A and C vitamins in spinach plus the fiber, folate, magnesium and other nutrients show promise against certain cancers, especially colon, lung and breast cancers. Folate also lowers the blood levels of homocysteine, a protein that damages arteries. So spinach also helps protect against heart disease. The flavonoids in spinach help protect against age related memory loss.
Spinach’s secret weapon, lutein, makes it one of the best foods in the world to combat cataracts, as well as age related macular degeneration is the leading cause of preventable blindness in the elderly. Spinach is truly a wonderful food; one which should not be overlooked.
Why Try Spinach Booster Superfood?
- Supporting the cardiovascular system
- Balancing blood sugar levels
- Combating asthma & allergies
- Supporting healthy circulation
- Aiding lung function
- Promoting joint health
- Improving skin
- Cleansing the liver
- Combating inflammation throughout the body
- Supporting good digestion
- Combating anemia
- Supporting a healthy heart
- Detoxifying & cleansing the colon
- Nourishing the brain & combating age-related cognitive problems
- Improving eye health & combating age related macular degeneration
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