Eat Me: Fights asthma, healthy skin… 5 things spinach can do for you

Reduces blood pressure

Due to its high potassium content, spinach is recommended to those with high blood pressure to negate the effects of sodium in the body.

Other high potassium foods include potatoes, tomatoes, lima beans and oranges.

Healthy skin and hair

It is high in vitamin A, which is necessary for sebum production to keep hair moisturised. Vitamin A is also necessary for the growth of all bodily tissues, including skin and hair.

Spinach and other leafy greens high in vitamin C are imperative for the building and maintenance of collagen which provides structure to skin and hair.