How Does Eating Spinach Improve Eyesight?
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Lutein
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Spinach contains the antioxidant lutein, which as been proven to reduce the risk of developing age-related macular degeneration (AMD). AMD occurs in the center part of the eye, the macula, leaving only peripheral vision. Lutein is a pigment that protects the macula from the sun's damaging rays.
A Beneficial Superfood
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Spinach, a superfood, contains vitamins C and E, B vitamins, minerals, omega-3, beta carotene and phytonutrients and is also low in calories. Research shows that spinach is beneficial in disease prevention, cataracts and weight loss when combined with other healthy vegetables.
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How to Eat Spinach
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Spinach can be eaten raw, steamed or cooked. Some specific ways to add more spinach to your diet are to use spinach instead of lettuce on your sandwich, have a raw spinach salad with crumbled boiled eggs, try a wilted spinach salad with a warm dressing or add it to soups and lasagna.
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