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Know some benefits of spinach and certain recommendations when it comes to growing it.

Scientific name: Spinacia oleracea.

Spinach is one plants that contains many nutrients, it is widely used in the kitchen to prepare various dishes, salads, soups, stews, smoothies, it can even be eaten raw, steamed, boiled, fried or sauteed. There are different types of spinach and they are all mainly made up of water, making it a very healthy food.

Spinach is an excellent natural resource that is rich in fiber, contains, vitamins A, C, E, K, group B (B6, B2, B1), folic acid and minerals such as potassium, manganese, zinc, magnesium, iron and calcium, which provide many health benefits.

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In addition to being a culinary plant, spinach is a plant that contains many properties for health, among them we have:

  • The fiber it contains promotes good intestinal transit.
  • Helps lose weight.
  • Beneficial for pregnant women and children
  • Maintains balanced blood pressure
  • Strengthens bones.
  • Helps increase muscle strength.
  • Improves vision.
  • It benefits brain function.
  • Helps the functioning of the immune system
  • Keeps hair hydrated.
  • Among others.

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Recommendations for growing spinach.

Choose the seed according to the variety.

It is recommended to plant the seeds in early spring or fall when the summer heat has passed.

It needs little heat to develop, otherwise it will flower early and become very bitter.

Spinach is a plant that prefers rich, moist soils, however they grow in any type of soil as long as it has enough organic matter. In the case of small orchards or pots, it is sufficient to add compost to the soil.

In the case of sowing directly to the ground, the seed should be sown at a depth of approximately 2 cm. If they are planted in orchards, rows should be made with a separation of 30 cm and in pots the seeds are spread according to the size of the pot.

These plants tolerate the sun, but the ideal is to plant it in places that receive shade during the day.

It requires constant watering, however it is necessary to avoid puddles as this can rot the roots.

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Remember that spinach consumption should be moderate, nothing in excess is good.
A very important fact is that people who suffer from kidney problems, gallbladder, gout or who are taking a blood thinner should not consume this plant.

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