An Ultimate Guide to Balanced Diet: 5 Foods You Should Add to Your Balanced Diet Chart

Modified Jul 12, 2018 13:34 GMT

Fresh fruit and vegetables at the Lagos Farmer's Market,... — A balanced diet should include loads of fruits and vegetables

#4 Spinach

GERMANY, BONN, Spinach (Spinacia oleracea Latin) from Italy, [digital medium format photography]... — Spinach is a rich source of Iron and Potassium

Many see this dark green leafy vegetable as one of the healthiest foods on the planet. It is low on saturated fat and cholesterol, making it a great food for maintaining overall health.

Benefits: Spinach is loaded with antioxidants and also reduces the risk of many diseases such as cancer, diabetes and other heart ailments.

Nutrients: 100 grams of spinach gives only 41 calories of energy. It is low on carbohydrates and carbs but is an excellent source of vitamins A, C, and K1. It also provides tonnes of folic acid and iron, which are essential for tissue growth and haemoglobin regeneration.

Quantity to be taken: Have one cup (200 grams) of spinach per day.

Alternatives: Brocolli and kale.

Edited by Raunak J