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Spinach Properties

San José, Costa Rica. Mayo, 2016.

Eating Healthy Is Good for You!

 

Nutritional information: 100 gram portion

What it provides: Vitamins: Minerals:
Calories 23 kcal. Vitamin A 10481 ui Calcium 136 mg.
Fiber 2.40 gr. Vitamin B3 0.50 mg. Magnesium 87 mg.
Protein 2.97 gr. Vitamin B6 0.25 mg. Iron 3.57 mg.
Carbohydrates 3.75 gr. Vitamin C 9.80 mg. Potassium 466 mg.
    Phosphorus 56 mg.

 

Properties:

  1. Promotes the transport and deposit of oxygen in the tissues since it is an excellent source of iron.
  2. Due to the action of antioxidant substances, such as vitamins A and C, reduces the risk of suffering from cardiovascular diseases, degenerative diseases and cancer.
  3. Improves eyesight due to its contribution of vitamin A and, due to its antioxidant action, prevents and protects against the development of cataracts.
  4. Increase muscular strength due to the nitrates present.
  5. The fiber it contains promotes a good intestinal transit and, at the same time, causes a feeling of satisfaction, ideal for losing weight.

 

In order to obtain further information or request an appointment in any of the medical specialties, please contact the private Clinica Biblica Hospital at telephone number 2522-1000, by email at citas@clinicabiblica.com or via chat at the website: www.clinicabiblica.com

 

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