By Joshua Payne, RDN, LDN, UF/IFAS Extension Hillsborough County FCS Agent and Shari Bresin, MNM, UF/IFAS Extension Pasco County FCS Agent Spinach is more than a salad ingredient. It is a nutrient-rich green linked to many health benefits, ... READ MORE
Category: , Fruits & Vegetables, Health & Nutrition
While I do enjoy eating spinach, I have also grown to love certain spinach substitutes that can take the place of spinach in our subtropical climate which includes vegetable amaranth and Malabar spinach. There is another spinach substitute ... READ MORE
Category: Fruits & Vegetables, Home Landscapes
Whenever you think of spinach, the first image that may come to mind is Popeye the Sailor popping open a can of spinach before a brawl. Believe it or not, there is some truth behind this classic portrayal. Spinach is one of the most nutrient-dense ... READ MORE
Category: Food Safety, Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS Extension
When summer heat kicks in, we say goodbye to many vegetables in the garden including greens and even warm-season favorites such as tomatoes and peppers. If you are not ready to relinquish homegrown spinach in your salads, wraps, and smoothies, ... READ MORE
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A: Spinach contains large amounts of minerals and vitamins, especially vitamin A, calcium, phosphorus, iron and potassium. Spinach also has high levels of protein and therefore a wonderful addition to any diet. Ninety-one percent of spinach ... READ MORE
Category: Fruits & Vegetables, Home LandscapesVisit "What's In The Garden Now" for our monthly crop feature. Introducing Gohar Umar, Horticulture Specialist. This month is Spinach. Click here for the full article... READ MORE
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