Health Benefit of Red Spinach/Amarnath (Lal Shak)

1. Store house of nutrients
2. Low in calories
3. Good for anemics
4. Boosts immunity
5. Rich in vitamin A
6. Rich in vitamin K
7. Rich in vitamin B
8. Rich in potassium
9. Gluten free
10. Rich in protein
11. Red spinach/amaranth leaves have lysine
12. Reduces bad cholesterol
13. Rich in calcium
14. Easy to digest

Red spinach/Amaranth leaves and grains are known as a superfood because they are beneficial for almost every organ of the body. It is easy to incorporate them into the diet as they taste well as a stir-fry or when combined with lentils. Rich in protein, calcium, iron, copper, essential vitamins, magnesium, zinc and manganese, the humble red spinach/amaranth has more to offer than the other leafy green vegetables. Copper and manganese are used for their antioxidative properties in the body. Copper is essential to produce red blood cells. Zinc is needed for proper growth and maintenance, digestion and the development of the human body. Choose a fresh bunch of this vegetable this season and enjoy its health benefits.