THE BENEFITS AND HARMS OF SPINACH FOR MEN'S HEALTH, PROPERTIES OF THE PLANT, CONTRAINDICATIONS FOR USE, AS WELL AS RECIPES FOR DISHES WITH THIS HERB

For many peoples, the presence of spinach on the dinner table is not surprising or out of the ordinary.

What, unfortunately, can not be said about the Russian consumer. Unjustly forgotten by us plant has not only benefit to the body, but also a variety of flavors.

It can give a spicy shade to any dish. A special benefit is spinach for the male body. About what it is useful and what are the contraindications in use, learn in the article.

The composition and its beneficial properties for the male sex

The male population is more likely to suffer from diseases of the cardiovascular system, has a high risk of developing a stroke. The unique chemical composition of the plant allows for effective prevention of these pathologies.

The following substances are contained in 100 g of fresh greens.

Lutein (12198 mcg). It reduces cholesterol deposition on the walls of blood vessels, i.e. prevents the development of atherosclerosis. With regular consumption of spinach in food can be carried out effective prevention of the formation of hypertension.
Potassium (374 mg). Provides a stabilizing effect on blood pressure, allows you to save water and electrolyte balance of cells.
Amino Acids (90 mg). They are a building material for protein molecules, and they, in turn, for muscle tissue. This property of the plant is especially important for athletes.
Vitamins group B, vitamin A, PP, biotin (total - up to 200 mg). They help strengthen the immune system and help protect the body against the entry of pathogenic bacteria and viruses.
Omega-3fatty acids (0.1 g). Improve the potency.
Folic acid (50 mg). Strengthens blood flow to the cavernous and cavernous structures of the penis.
Zinc (0.53 mg). Its function is to stimulate the production of testosterone. Reducing the level of male hormone threatens low libido, insufficient erection and a small amount of sperm, and also contributes to the development of prostatitis.
Vitamin E (2.5 mg). Participates in the regulation of hormonal background in general, and in particular regulates the function of the prostate gland. With a lack of trace elements, muscular dystrophy and infertility occur.
Cellulose (2g). It improves the work of the digestive organs.

The plant helps to normalize the work of many body systems (genitourinary, gastrointestinal, lymphoid). It contains a unique substance - anapigenin, which contributes to the destruction of existing cancer cells and inhibits the formation of new ones.

Indications and contraindications: when it may be necessary, and in what cases brings harm?

Male infertility associated with low sperm motility. Regularly adding fresh spinach leaves to the diet can significantly improve hormonal levels and thereby restore sperm quality. General conditions under which spinach will help:

hypertonic disease;
vascular atherosclerosis;
elevated blood cholesterol;
prostatitis;
infertility;
erectile disfunction;
frequent colds;
chronic constipation.

Situations in which it is not recommended to eat spinach are cholelithiasis and urolithiasis, gout, rheumatism, individual intolerance, or a high propensity to develop allergies.

How to apply?

Fresh spinach can be used to cook low-calorie salads, decorate dishescooking soups. After cooking, any dish must be eaten within 24 hours, because after this time all the useful enzymes disappear.

Spinach contains a very high content of oxalic acid: in 100 g it is 570 mg, which is 142% of the daily norm. Also, the leaves of the plant can accumulate a dangerous element - toxic thallium. Therefore, it is recommended to eat no more than 80-90 grams of greens per day.

Spinach - low-calorie greens. In fresh leaves no more than 22 kcal, in boiled ones - 21-23 kcal.

Dried, frozen and boiled

In food, you can use fresh spinach or after processing.

The frequency of use and the number of portions eaten depends on food preferences.. Variations of application:

boiled leaves can be used as a side dish;
dried or frozen green spinach is good to use in the winter in the process of cooking meat dishes, vegetarian lasagna.

What to cook for the benefit of the body?

There are many delicious and healthy dishes with spinach. Below are the recipes for cooking the most popular ones.

Dish name	Ingredients	Cooking	Application
Salad	Fresh spinach leaves (3-5 large). King prawns. Low-fat cottage cheese. 15% sour cream. Walnut Almonds 2-4 eggs. Salt pepper. Greens, cottage cheese and shrimp are taken in equal proportions.	Rinse leaves under running water. King prawns pour boiling water, cool and clean. Boil the eggs for 5-8 minutes, peel and separate the yolk from the protein. Grate the nuts. Pound the yolks with a fork. Add spinach, shrimps and cottage cheese to the salad bowl. To mix everything. Prepare a dressing. To do this, mix sour cream, egg yolk, almonds, salt, pepper.	You can serve in a portion of ice-cream bowls, decorated with a slice of cherry tomato or a sprig of parsley. Dish - the optimal solution for everyday and festive table.
Spinach Beef	Fresh green spinach (100-200 g). A few small tomatoes. The lean part of the beef (300 g). Lemon juice. Olive oil (2 tablespoons). Salt, pepper to taste.	Rinse leaves under running water. Wash tomatoes and cut into cubes. Rinse the meat in cold water and pat dry. Then cut into cubes and fry in olive oil in a pre-heated pan until golden brown. Put green leaves on the plate, then beef cubes. Sprinkle it all with salt, pepper and add lemon juice. The last thing you need to put fresh tomatoes.	Serve warm. This is a great nutritious and healthy recipe.
Cream soup	300 g of fresh leaves (you can also use dried or frozen). Onions 1 pc. 4 cloves of fresh garlic. A small portion of ginger root. Potatoes 2 pcs. Meat broth (400 ml). Olive oil (1 tbsp.). Salt, pepper to taste.	Finely chop the onion, garlic, ginger. All fry until golden brown in olive oil. Put spinach leaves and chopped potatoes in ready broth, bring to a boil (if there is no ready broth, you can use plain water). When it boils, add a mixture of onion, garlic, ginger. Boil until potatoes are ready. Pour the soup into a blender and grind. After that, bring to the boil again.	Great solution for lunch. Can be served with sour cream.

What other leafy vegetables are needed for the health of the stronger sex?

Greens, useful for men, is not limited to spinach. Well, if there are other varieties of leaf plants in the diet:

Brussels sprouts;
broccoli;
kohlrabi;
Japanese lettuce;
cabbage;
Chinese cabbage;
watercress;
arugula.

Now it is clear how to diversify the diet of men with tasty and healthy food. Spinach is an excellent solution for preparing various hearty dishes.. In addition to spinach, you can pay attention to other leafy crops - broccoli, arugula, cabbage.