Category: Vegetables

E. coli O157:H7O157:H7Escherichia coli O157:H7 is a serotype of the bacterial species Escherichia coli and is one of the Shiga-like toxin–producing types of E. coli. It is a cause of disease, typically foodborne illness, through consumption of contaminated and raw food, including raw milk and undercooked ground beef.https://en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Escherichia_coli_O157:H7 Does cooking spinach […]

The FDA does not recommend washing fruits and vegetables with soap, detergent, or commercial produce wash. They have not been proven to be any more effective than water alone. No washing method is 100% effective for removing all pesticide residues. Can you wash pesticides off spinach? Use salt, bicarb or vinegar to soak your vegetables […]

CDC estimates that germs on produce eaten raw cause a large percentage of U.S. foodborne illnesses. Leafy greens and other vegetable row crops are a major source of E. coli O157 infections. Other harmful germs found on leafy greens include norovirus, Salmonella, Listeria, and Cyclospora. Does spinach have a lot of bacteria? Spinach that’s unwashed […]

Spinach that’s unwashed or raw can harbor E. coli and norovirus. Nearly half of all foodborne illnesses the CDC recorded in its report were caused by produce. Does spinach need to be washed? The best way to preserve fresh spinach is to keep it dry. For this reason, it’s best to not wash your spinach […]

Four pesticides – one insecticide and three fungicides – were responsible for the bulk of the residues detected on spinach. Seventy-six percent of the samples contained residues of permethrin, a neurotoxic insecticide. At high doses, permethrin overwhelms the nervous system and causes tremors and seizures. Why is spinach unwashed? Since fruits and veggies are frequently […]

1. Spinach. This dark leafy green veggie is high in magnesium, which naturally relaxes the nerves and muscles, to calm the body and encourage sleep. Magnesium can also help prevent leg cramps, a common cause of nighttime waking. Is spinach good before bed? Best for Sleep: Spinach This powerhouse vegetable boasts a long list of […]

Leafy greens are rich in potassium, which you may need to watch with kidney disease. The amount of potassium you can have each day will depend on your stage of kidney disease or the type of dialysis you receive. Most people with CKD do not have to limit leafy greens because of potassium. What foods […]

Blood Cleansing: spinach is super high in iron, folate, B6 and vitamin k which are all excellent blood builders. Spinach, being a dark green leafy food is also full of chlorophyll which has long been reputed to be the most potent blood builder due to it’s close molecular structure to haemoglobin. What does spinach do […]

Sautéed spinach shows an increase in the absorption of vitamins A and E, protein, fiber, zinc, thiamin, calcium, and iron, along with important beta carotenes for better immune systems and healthier skin. Does sauteing spinach destroy nutrients? The good news is that oxalic acid is broken down upon heating, so there is no loss of […]

8 Simple Ways to Eat More Spinach Put it in eggs: Spinach and eggs go hand-in-hand. Blend it in shakes: Tired of kale? Swap your salad greens: Instead of lettuce, try your salad on a bed of fresh spinach leaves! Stir into soups, stews and stir-frys: Spinach adds bulk and tons of nutrients to any […]

The milder, young leaves can be eaten raw in a salad, while the older ones are usually cooked (spinach has one of the shortest cooking times of all vegetables). It reduces very dramatically during cooking; a 450g bag will be just enough for two people. Is it safe to eat raw spinach? Yes, eating raw […]