2016-04-12

The juice which is made by blending the spinach leaves in the food processor is called spinach juice. It possess Vitamin C and A, potassium, manganese and iron. Vitamin A and potassium enhances the strong blood clotting and healthy vision. Manganese maintains the level of blood sugar and iron eliminates fatigue which is caused due to low level of oxygen in the blood. It purifies the blood and maintains the healthy cells which eliminate the cancer. It also prevents the mouth diseases such as gum inflammation or pyorrhea, bleeding and gum diseases. It also treats skin, stomach, colo-rectal and breast cancer. It also prevents the sun damage and minimizes wrinkles. Spinach juice enhances the hair growth and also alleviates hair loss. It enhances the digestion tract, oral health and proper balance in the blood.

Health Benefits of spinach juice

Spinach is rich in vitamins and nutrients such as magnesium, carotene, potassium and folic acid. It should be consumed raw because by cooking it loses a lot of nutrients. The benefits of daily intake of spinach juice are:

1. Creation of Red Blood Cells

Spinach juice is rich in nutrients which assist to create the red blood cells in the body. It is an excellent body builder.

2. Relief from Rheumatoid Arthritis

Spinach juice possesses high alkalinity which provides relief from rheumatoid arthritis. Spinach also cleanses the tissues and maintains the levels of blood alkalinity.

3. Prevent bleeding gums

Spinach juice is rich in Vitamin C which prevents the gum bleeding. Spinach juice cures the oral and dental problems.

4. Prevents formation of cancerous cells

Spinach juice possesses lution, flavonoids and chlorophyll which alleviate the formation of cancerous cells in the body. It also prevents the various types of cancers.

5. Helps anchor calcium

Vitamin K in spinach juice prevents osteoporosis in the body. The presence of calcium enhances the stronger and healthier bones in the body. It also lowers high blood pressure.

6. Beneficial for Pregnant women

It provides various nutrients which are required for the development of fetus. It also enhances the amount and quality of milk in nursing mother’s body.

7. Beneficial for weight loss

Due to the presence of low fat and calories, it is very effective in reducing weight. Fiber in spinach leaves maintains low blood sugar, prevents constipation and also aids digestion.

8. Perfect skin care regime

It possess huge amount of antioxidants which keeps the skin well hydrated as well as supple. It counteracts the aging effects on the skin. A spinach juice enhances the glowing and healthy skin. It provides the clear and radiant skin.

9. Macro nutrients

28 calories could be obtained from a cup of fresh spinach juice. It is also low in fat. 3.5 grams of protein is obtained from one serving which is important for the growth and maintenance of muscles.

10. Dietary fiber

The recommended daily intake of dietary fiber for the adult men is 38 grams and adult women are 25 grams. The presence of fiber in spinach juice keeps the body full for long time which reduces the chances of overeating. It also cures the digestive problems such as constipation. Fiber helps to clean the waste from the digestive system. It prevents the stomach ulcers, constipation and colitis.

11. Osteoporosis

Vitamin K strengthens the bones by preventing osteoporosis. Tooth decay, varicose veins, dementia and arterial calcification is caused due to the deficiency of Vitamin K.

12. Acidosis

Acidosis is caused when the kidneys and lungs does not function properly. Spinach juice helps to balance the pH levels.

13. Lowers blood pressure

It lowers the high blood pressure level by preventing the effect of excessive consumption of sodium with the high potassium and magnesium content. The presence of magnesium eliminates the cardiovascular disease.

14. Prevents arterial disorders

The presence of Vitamin K thins out the blood and eliminates arterial disorders and blood clotting. It prevents bruising, abnormal bleeding and slow healing of minor abrasions or cuts. Vitamin E also promotes the calcium absorption.

15. Heart attacks and strokes

Spinach juice possesses folate which prevents the buildup of high homocysteine levels which is a cause of heart disease.

16. Anemia

Spinach activates as well as regenerates the red blood cells and supplies the fresh oxygen to the body.

17. Cancer

The presence of chlorophyll eliminates stomach, skin, cervical, prostate and breast cancers. The alpha lipoic acid and powerful antioxidants glutathione found in spinach juice protective against free radicals which causes cancer.

18. Eye health

Spinach juice possesses vitamin A which treats the eye problems such as age related macular degeneration, cataracts and night blindness. The presence of zeaxanthin and lutein in spinach juice prevents AMD.

19. Treats acne

The spinach should be blended and applied to the face. It should be left for 15 to 20 minutes and then wash with water. It helps to remove the dirt and oils from the face by providing the refreshed and clear skin. The acne could be alleviated by drinking spinach juice as well. It could be mixed with cucumber, tomato, carrot and red pepper to prepare a juice.

20. Anti-ageing treatment

Spinach possess huge amount of anti-oxidants which assist in removing the radicals from the skin which are the cause of premature ageing. It also prevents the premature ageing by providing the healthy and rejuvenated skin.

21. Protection from tan

Vitamin B complex in spinach juice prevents and protects the skin from tanning caused due to the sun. The daily intake of spinach juice prevents the skin from tanning.

22. Aids in digestion

It alleviates the digestive problems such as symptoms of hyperacidity and constipation. It forms a protective layer in the stomach lining which eliminates the ulcer formation. It enhances the healthy digestive tract. The spinach juice also cleans the colon.

23. Complexion benefits

Spinach juice possesses folate and vitamin K which provides clear skin by lessening bruises and dark circles. It also cures the dry and itchy skin. The daily intake of spinach enhances the complexion with glowing skin.

24. Healthy bones and teeth

Spinach possesses high levels of calcium which helps to maintain the healthy teeth and bones. It also prevents osteoporosis. It also assists the growth of collagen.

25. Relaxes body

The spinach helps the body to relax and become tension free. It provides sound sleep at night with cool mind.

26. Healthy hair

Scalp problems and hair strands could be treated by the spinach juice. It strengthens the hair follicles and roots by providing essential vitamins and minerals. The daily intake of spinach juice assists in hair growth and provides healthy hair with shine.

How to make spinach juices

Ingredients:

25 to 30 spinach (palak) leaves

20 mint sprigs, with the leaves

15 coriander (dhania) sprigs, with the leaves

1 tsp. lemon juice

1 tsp. jal jeera powder (optional)

crushed ice to serve

Method:

Blend all the ingredients using little water (if required) till smooth.

Strain the juice using a strainer or a muslin cloth.

Add the lemon juice and jal jeera powder and mix well.

Add some crushed ice in 2 glasses and pour the juice over it. Serve immediately with all spinach juice benefits.

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