Antioxidants in Spinach WisdomCard™
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Research Notes on Antioxidants in Spinach
Spinach is a good source of antioxidants. Antioxidants help rid the body of free radicals.1 Antioxidants boost the immune system and help fight off infectious diseases like the cold and flu.2 Consuming antioxidants may also help prevent diseases such as cancer, heart disease, Alzheimer's disease, and arthritis.3 There are many recipes for spinach so you can enjoy the taste and the antioxidant benefits.
Fast Facts:
- Spinach is an excellent source of vitamin K, folate, manganese, and iron.4
- Spinach also contains both choline and inositol which can help prevent atherosclerosis.5
- Antioxidants include vitamins A, C, and E, beta-carotene, and lycopene.6
- Other foods that contain antioxidants include blueberries, broccoli, tomatoes, salmon, eggs, and more.
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Research Notes References
- ↑ Health Castle: Antioxidants 101
- ↑ WebMD: Antioxidants and Your Immune System: Super Foods for Optimal Health
- ↑ Natural News: The Importance of Antioxidants in Fruits and Vegetables
- ↑ World's Healthiest Foods: Nutrients in Spinach
- ↑ HubPages: Health Benefits of Spinach
- ↑ MedlinePlus: Antioxidants
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- Contributor: Melinda Cheatwood
- Reviewer: Nicole Kinsey
- Supervised by: The OrganizedWisdom Physician Review Team
- Last update: Oct. 14, 2009
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- Contributor: Melinda Cheatwood
- Reviewer: Nicole Kinsey
- Supervised by: The OrganizedWisdom Physician Review Team
- Redirects: Spinach and Antioxidants, Antioxidants and Spinach, What Antioxidants Are in Spinach
- Last update: Aug. 12, 2009
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