Botanical: Spinacia oleracea
Family: Chenopodiaceae  (goosefoot)

Rich, leafy, dark-green Spinach is said to contain nutrients that enhance our immune systems and combat infection. Its chlorophyll content has long been used to relieve anemia and indigestion and to cleanse the colon, and this vitamin-packed and mineral-rich, health-promoting food is a good source of quick energy. Just think of Popeye the Sailor; he needed his Spinach to make him strong...and so do we!  For a healthy body, do not leave Spinach out of your diet!

Disclaimer:
The information presented herein by Herbal Extracts Plus is intended for educational purposes only. These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, cure, treat or prevent disease. Individual results may vary, and before using any supplements, it is always advisable to consult with your own health care provider.

History:
Spinach is a rich, dark-green annual that is cultivated for its edible leaves and grows to approximately two feet in height, bearing large leaves that grow in a cluster from the root. The shrub also produces small flowers that grow in clusters and are followed by spiny, capsule-like fruits containing seeds. Spinach is cultivated easily and is essentially a cool season crop that is grown both in the spring and fall and thrives in well-drained, limed and fertilized soil. Spinach is a native of southwestern Asia, probably near Persia, and it later reached Spain by way of invading Moors around 1100-1200 A.D. Many varieties now grow throughout the world, including the smooth-leafed type or the more common, crinkled "Savoy" variety. In the 1980s, research began to link Spinach with cutting the risks of invading infection and enhancing the immune system.  Dr. Lai of the University of Texas claimed that the high histidine content in Spinach (and other leafy green vegetables, i.e., cabbage, parsley, mustard greens, and broccoli) exhibited definite anti-mutagenic activities, keeping normal body cells from undergoing mutation. The New England Journal of Medicine  linked the high beta-carotene content in Spinach and other dark-green, leafy vegetables like broccoli, kale and collards with reducing the risks of getting lung cancer.  Fresh, young, tender leaves are delicious in salads or steamed as a vegetable, and, of course, its nutritional qualities make it one of nature's most perfect dietary supplements for good health.  Some of the constituents in Spinach include a high beta-carotene content, manganese, iron, chlorophyll, calcium, potassium, quercetin, vitamins C, D and K and folic acid.

Beneficial Uses:
Spinach has been used for years to help relieve anemic problems.  Its high iron content is well known, but its chlorophyll content is, perhaps, even more effective in raising the hemoglobin by building red blood cells.

Research from the 1980s, has linked Spinach with cutting the risks of invading infection and enhancing the immune system. The high histidine, beta-carotene and content in Spinach (and other leafy green vegetables, i.e., cabbage, parsley, mustard greens and broccoli) are thought to build our immune system and ward off infection and foreign invaders. The chlorophyll content is also one of nature's best ways to detoxify the colon (potentially helping to prevent serious colon problems) and further supports its reputation as an immune system enhancer that gives protection from low levels of radiation, such as TV, computers and microwaves.

Spinach may prevent age-related macular degeneration of the eye.  Medical researchers have speculated that certain nutrients in Spinach (including the carotonoids, but even more so, lutein and zeaxanthin) accounted for the reduction of risk for acquiring the ailment, because they filter out visible blue light. An article in the 1994 Journal of the American Medical Association noted the fact that Spinach may help to protect against, or at least slow, the progress of this eye problem.

The chlorophyll in Spinach is a well-known aid to good digestion and is also said to inhibit halitosis. In addition, by helping to detoxify the body, and especially the colon, Spinach prevents pollutants from getting into the bloodstream and helps to improve skin health, combating acne, blemishes and other skin problems.

Women may benefit from the high calcium content in Spinach, because it helps to combat

osteoporosis and bone loss. This quality is also good for healthy skin, teeth, hair and nails.

Spinach is believed to be an effective anti-inflammatory that relieves the pain of arthritis.

Spinach contains the trace element, manganese, which may be particularly important to diabetics, and both children and adults with diabetes are said to benefit from the use of Spinich.

Spinach is a superior, highly nutritious food that is said to combat fatigue, boost energy levels, increase brain function and reduce age-related, cognitive problems. Spinach is a rich source of Coenzyme Q-10 whose actions resemble those of vitamin E.  It may be an even more powerful antioxidant than vitamin E, and it plays a critical role in the production of energy in every cell of the body. It aids circulation, stimulates the immune system, increases tissue oxygenation and has vital anti-ageing effects. It is thought to be beneficial in relieving the temporary symptoms of allergies, asthma, mental function and many other conditions.

Recommended Dosage:
Take two (2) capsules, one (1) to two (2) times each day with water at mealtimes.

Contraindications:
Currently, there are no known warnings or contraindications with the use of Spinach.

Capsule Size:
We use only 100% Gluten-free, Vegetable Cellulose "00" capsules for all of our encapsulated products. (click here for size comparison)

• Spinach - Botanical Powder -- Approximately 600 mg. each