Spinach and bananas are so different - in terms of mineral content, vitamins, fiber, and fats. But it is precisely this diversity that makes this combination so charming, as it contains all the nutrients that the body needs throughout the day. If this combination does not seem attractive and tasty to you, it is only because you have not tried it yet.
Spinach is one of the best natural sources of iron. In a cup of spinach, you get 35% of the daily requirement for this mineral. However, this iron is of no use to you because the body cannot absorb it. For this, it needs vitamin C, which is found in bananas and provides 17% of the daily needs.
More iron in the blood improves circulation, helps the blood vessels and heart function better, but most importantly, iron also increases the amount of oxygen in the blood. Oxygen is known to destroy cancer cells, it is the most crucial element in regeneration, and only fully functional blood vessels help the body fight diseases.
Iron is not the only reason to eat this combination of foods. From both, you get 29% of the daily requirement of manganese, 14% of magnesium, 17% of potassium, ... Potassium in this combination is an element that regulates blood pressure and strengthens bones.
18% of your daily fiber needs are met by this combination, giving you a feeling of fullness for the next 4 hours, regulating your digestion, lowering cholesterol, and blood sugar. Did you know that the average European consumes only 11 grams of fiber per day, while they should consume between 25 and 35 grams? Just by having a glass of spinach and banana, you can significantly improve your dietary habits.
This combination also provides 31% of the daily vitamin C requirement, 58% of vitamin A, and 182% of vitamin K. All these vitamins improve vision, accelerate wound healing, prevent blood clots, strengthen hair, and maintain healthy skin.
How to prepare a spinach-banana smoothie?
Use 2 bananas and a cup of spinach. The ideal ratio should be 1:2 for bananas. Depending on taste, you can further dilute this mixture with milk or water, and you can also add berries such as blueberries or strawberries, which will mask the taste of spinach while enriching the smoothie.
If you prepare this combination for breakfast, you will have plenty of energy throughout the day.