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Kymythy’s Kitchen Nutrition: Sneaking in Spinach
by Kymythy R. Schultze, C.N.
www.kymythy.com
Dear
Kymythy,
I’ve heard that spinach is good for me, but I don’t like the taste. Do
you have a good recipe?
You’re correct about spinach being good for you – Popeye was right!
This “superfood” is loaded with good nutrients including protein, iron,
magnesium, potassium, zinc, enzymes and fiber. It has a great calcium to
phosphorus ratio and is a good source of vitamins A, C, E, K and B.
Spinach also contains a large amount of the carotenoid lutein, which
protects cells from free-radical damage and must be obtained from food
because it’s not made within the body.
People who consume a lot of leafy green veggies like spinach are 43
percent less likely to develop age-related macular degeneration than
people who don’t eat many greens. Keep in mind that lutein is
oil-soluble and you’ll absorb more if you put a little oil or fat on the
spinach.
Unlike Popeye, forego the canned variety and purchase fresh spinach
from the market. Choose crisp, dark green leaves, avoiding those that
are limp or yellow. Wash well just before using, as spinach is sometimes
quite sandy. Store in the refrigerator.
Here’s a recipe so tasty that you won’t even notice the spinach or the
fact that all the ingredients are good for you:
Spinach-Avocado Dip
1 pound spinach
1 avocado
1 tomato
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon each thyme and garlic powder
Salt and pepper to taste
Peel
avocado; chop spinach, avocado, and tomato. Put all ingredients in a
food processor and process until smooth. Makes about 2 cups. Enjoy!
About the author:
Kymythy R. Schultze is a Clinical Nutritionist (C.N.) and has been a
trailblazer in the field of nutrition for nearly two decades. This
recipe is from her book
The
Natural Nutrition No-Cook Book. For pet health check out her book
Natural Nutrition for Dogs and Cats both published by Hay House,
Inc. Visit Kymythy’s website at
www.kymythy.com
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