Add this vegetable to your dinner plate to help combat fatigue in the fall and winter.

As the days start to get shorter and grey weather becomes the norm, our moods can plummet, and with it, our energy and attitude. To help fight this type of fatigue, it's important to stock up on vegetables rich in vitamins and minerals. 

There's one veggie in particular that can make a big difference: spinach.

Discover five reasons why we'll be adding it to as many meals as we can!

1. Spinach Is Filling

Spinach is high in fibre, making you feel full while intaking a relavtively low number of calories. Adding it to your dinner plate will help you avoid overeating in the evening while still feeling nourished and satisfied. 

2. Spinach is rich in magnesium

Spinach is an excellent source of magnesium, an essential mineral for muscle and nerve relaxation. Magnesium plays a key role in regulating sleep by promoting the production of melatonin, the sleep hormone. It also helps combat stress by reducing levels of cortisol, the stress hormone. Consuming spinach in the evening could help you fall asleep and improve the quality of your sleep.

3. Good for digestion

Spinach is rich in soluble and insoluble fibre which helps maintain a healthy digestive system by avoiding bloating and discomfort, often accentuated in the evening after a heavy meal. A spinach-based dinner means you can go to bed without feeling any discomfort, while promoting the absorption of nutrients.

4. Strengthen Your Immune System

Spinach is packed with vitamins and antioxidants. It contains vitamin C, which is great for boosting the immune system, as well as vitamin K, which plays an important role in blood clotting and bone health. Additionally, the carotenoids in spinach, like lutein and zeaxanthin, protect cells from oxidative damage, boosting the body's natural defenses, especially as we head into the colder months.

5. Rich In Iron

Spinach is a good source of non-heme iron, which is especially helpful for people who don't eat meat. Iron is crucial for the production of red blood cells, which are responsible for carrying oxygen throughout the body. An iron deficiency can lead to chronic fatigue, so including spinach in your diet can help meet these iron needs and reduce feelings of tiredness.

How to incorporate spinach into your meals

Try one of these recipes for a delicious way to eat your greens:

• Creamy Spinach & Lemon Spaghetti
• Sautéed Scallops With Spinach & White Beans
• Spiced Beef & Spinach Rice
• Spinach & Avocado Green Goddess Pasta
• Bacon & Spinach Salad
• Mushroom & Spinach Sauté

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