Health and Nutrition

Spinach ( Spinacia oleracea ) is widely considered as a super-food because of its amazing and wonderful effects on us. It plays a very significant role in protecting us from some of the chronic diseases that we will discuss in this blog today. Before going into the details, let us have a look into the most important nutritional components of spinach which is stated as under: Vitamins:   Exceptionally high in  Vitamin K  (for blood clotting and bone health) ,  Vitamin A  (as beta-carotene , for vision and immunity),  Vitamin C  ( antioxidant and immune support), and  Folate  (crucial for cell division and DNA synthesis). Minerals:  A rich source of  Iron  (though non-heme , best absorbed with Vitamin C),  Magnesium  (for muscle/nerve function and energy),  Potassium  (for blood pressure regulation), and  Calcium  (for bones). Antioxidants & Phytochemicals:  Lutein and Zeaxanthin : ...

Our relationship with food is one of the most complex relations we have ever explored and navigated. It is a natural and biological imperative which is a source of pleasure and the basis of social ritual and a point of internal conflict. We often ask this simple question, " Why are we eating this right now? " but seldom find a simple answer. Most of the time, the need and wish for eating food is often driven by three forces i.e. primal Hunger, automatic Habit, and powerful Emotion. It is essential and very vital to understand the intricate interaction of what drives us to eat. It is the most significant and vital step in building a healthier, more mindful and peaceful relationship with food. When we become able to figure out the stimulus of eating, we will definitely become powerful enough to make choices that directly help us in our well-being. What are the three drivers of eating? Our eating behavior is governed by several forces along with their motivation and...