what do you mean by "spinach"?

Answer 1

spinach is the green leaves, its called palak in hindi.. any green leaves can also be called spin ach which is smashed made to paste .. usaully its all green leaf..

Answer 2

Originating in the Middle East, spinach was being grown in Spain during the 8th century, and the Spaniards are the ones who eventually brought it to the United States. Popeye's addiction to this "power-packed" vegetable comes from the fact that it's a rich source of iron as well as of vitamins A and C. But because spinach contains oxalic acid-which inhibits the body's absorption of calcium and iron-the truth is that its nutritional value is somewhat diminished. It's this same oxalic acid that gives spinach its slightly bitter taste, which is prized by some while others find it off-putting. Spinach has dark green leaves that, depending on the variety, may be either curled or smooth. The smaller New Zealand spinach has flat, spade-shape leaves that are often covered with a fine fuzz. Fresh spinach is available year-round. Choose leaves that are crisp and dark green with a nice fresh fragrance. Avoid those that are limp, damaged or discolored. Refrigerate in a plastic bag for up to 3 days. Spinach, which is usually very gritty, must be thoroughly rinsed. Frozen and canned spinach is also available. Spinach may be used raw in salads, or cooked (usually by boiling or sautéing) and used as a vegetable or as part of a dish. Many dishes that use spinach as an integral ingredient are appended with the phrase à la florentine..

Answer 3

1. A widely cultivated southwest Asian plant (Spinacia oleracea) having succulent edible leaves.
2. The leaves of this plant, eaten as a vegetable.

What Is Spinach Good For?

If you want to live to be old and mentally acute, it may be a good idea to eat adequate amounts of vegetables.

Nutritional Constituents Spinach contains large amounts of minerals and vitamins, especially vitamin A, calcium, phosphorus, iron and potassium. Spinach also has high levels of protein.
Ninety-one percent of spinach weight is water. A serving of spinach contains 3.2 grams of protein, 4.3 grams of carbohydrates, and 0.3 grams of fat. It also contains Vitamin A, and C, thiamin, riboflavin, and niacin. Calcium, phosphorus, iron, sodium, and potassium are also found in spinach greens.

The results of a six-year study, which involved almost 2,000 Chicago-area men and women, were published in this week’s issue of Neurology. It revealed that a moderate intake of vegetables --- more than two servings a day --- may keep the brain young and may even slow the mental decline associated with old age.

Answer 4

Spinacia oleracea (-:. It's a tender green leaf that can be eaten raw, or lightly steamed or lightly boiled. It is often canned and overboiled, but it's horrible that way.

Spinach is what Popeye eats. It's also "horenso" in Japanese, and it's really delicious with a little soy sauce and some fish flakes on top.

I'm not sure if you can grow it in warm climates, but it grows great in cold climates, especially in the spring or the fall. In summer, it tends to go to seed.

I love spinach!

Answer 5

Spinach is a source of several antioxidants: vitamin C, vitamin A, vitamin E which are thought to be important for the prevention of cancer. Note: It is now thought that a wide range of carotenes, not just beta carotene, protect against cancer, and spinach contains various kinds. It is also a source of fiber for health of colon and prevention of colon cancer. Like other vegetables, it is a good source of potassium for fluid balance and circulatory health.

Answer 6

Spinach is the english for Palak leaves.

Answer 7

Spinach is a green, leafy vegetable.

Answer 8

Spinach..............if my memory is correct.........every day ,time................ i dont remember ...........,theres one cartoon in cartoon network,pogo,nikky stuf wateva,
"popeye the sailor man"...........whenever olive is caugth by that bearded guy..........popeye takes a can........comes out a green substance which he swallows with gr8 relish........and gains energy to figth bac...................so that greeny thingy is called spinach!!!!!!!

Answer 9

green leafy veg., full of iron and fibre, gives a lot of strength esp to sailors like popeye!

Answer 10

It's the thing that Popeye eat to regain his muscles.