Introduction to Spinach (Introduction to Spinach)

What is spinach? (Palak kya hai?)

Do you know that spinach, which is eaten with great gusto in winters, has many benefits? Spinach is the most commonly eaten vegetable among green vegetables. This vegetable is very beneficial in removing kidney stones and it removes your cough related problems. It is also very beneficial for your blood and eyes. Eating spinach reduces the risk of infection in your body and Spinach makes your bones stronger.

According to Ayurveda, spinach reduces vata-kapha-pitta. Spinach is rich in vitamins, minerals, phytonutrients, protein, fiber etc. and has almost no calories. In Ayurveda, spinach is considered the king of vegetables because it contains all kinds of nutrients and keeps your body healthy. It keeps your digestive system strong.

It is very beneficial for heart patients. It also strengthens your immune system. Palakya vegetable is beneficial for your body by eliminating laziness, weakness, slow digestive fire, lack of appetite, liver related problems.

External appearance of Spinach of akriti)            

It is mainly found in South-West Asia and it is found in all the places in India. It is cultivated in high places and gardens. It is sown in the month of Bhadrapad and its leaves are cut for vegetable from Margashirsha to Chaitra month. The more its leaves are cut, the sooner they grow back. Its roots are bunchy. Its leaves are straight and alternate. The middle part of the leaves is large, fleshy and oval. Its flowers are greenish-yellow in colour. Its flowering and fruiting period is from December to April.

Common names of spinach (Palak common names)

Ayurvedic properties of spinach (Palak ke ayurvedic gun)

moment/Medicinal benefits and uses of spinach (Benefits and uses of spinach)

In headache Spinach (Palak for headache)

• Nowadays, the problem of headache has become common. It is common to get headache due to staying in the sun all day and working on the computer. To get rid of this pain, one should consume the vegetable Palakya.

in eye disease (Palak for eyes)

• Take 4 grams each of Palakya root, Peepal, Shankh and Ashwagandha and grind them with Jambhiri-lemon juice and make pills. Grind these pills and apply them on the eyes to get relief from eye diseases.
• The properties of Palakya provide relief in eye-related problems. Applying the juice of Palakya Panchang to the eyes cures eye inflammation.
• Cataracts have become a common problem with increasing age. People start having trouble seeing due to cataracts. According to Ayurveda, consuming Palakya can provide relief from cataracts.

in nose disease (Palak for cold)

• Sometimes due to cold, one gets cold and the nose gets blocked. In this condition, eating Palakya vegetable provides relief from cold.

In inflammation of the throat (Palak for throat)

• Often when the weather changes, people start complaining of sore throat or pain in the throat. This problem can be overcome by consuming spinach. Boil spinach leaves. Drink this juice when it becomes lukewarm. The benefits of spinach juice provide relief from sore throat.

in lung disease (Palak for lungs)

• Sometimes due to some kind of infection in the respiratory tract, the lungs get swollen. In this case, the benefits of Palakya leaf juice help in reducing the swelling. Consume 5 ml of Palakya leaf juice. This reduces the swelling of the lungs.

In Vomiting (Palak for vomiting)

• Nowadays, due to our eating habits, we face problems like vomiting and indigestion. To get rid of this problem, you can prepare spinach and eat it regularly.

In Piles Spinach (Palak for piles)

• People who have piles also face the problem of swelling in the anus. In this condition, the use of Palakya is beneficial. Consuming Palakya leaves as a vegetable reduces swelling in the anus.

in the duodenum spinach

• Grahani is a disease in which people have stomach related problems. In this, the intestines get swollen and due to this food cannot be digested. | The medicinal properties of palakya help in improving this condition. You should cook spinach and eat it. It is beneficial.

Beneficial in removing weakness (Palak for weakness)

• Often, weakness occurs due to lack of nutrition or any other disease. To overcome physical weakness, consume 5-10 ml of spinach leaf juice daily. This removes the deficiency of blood in the body and gives new energy to the body.

In Jaundice (Palak for jaundice)

• `When the risk of jaundice increases, consume it in this way- In case of jaundice, eating spinach seeds or spinach paste is beneficial. Consume 1-2 grams of spinach seed powder or 1-2 grams of spinach paste. It also provides relief in liver inflammation and anemia. The properties of spinach help in reducing liver inflammation.
•  Apart from this, drinking 5-10 ml spinach leaves juice mixed with 20-30 ml sugarcane juice provides relief in jaundice.

Useful in the problem of pain while urinating (Palak for urinary disease)

• People who have pain while urinating should use spinach in this way. Make a decoction of 5-10 ml spinach seeds. Consuming this cures the problem of pain in urination.

In strengthening bones (Palak for bones)

• Spinach juice is beneficial for strengthening bones. Vitamins and minerals like calcium and iron found in spinach strengthen bones, which helps prevent diseases like osteoporosis and anemia. 

Useful for pregnant women (Palak for pregnancy)

• Eating spinach is beneficial for pregnant women, because spinach is the main source of iron which is required by pregnant women. Therefore, spinach should be consumed.

Useful in blood pressure (Palak for blood pressure)

• Spinach is rich in nitrates which help in controlling blood pressure. This reduces the risk of heart diseases. Consuming spinach keeps the heart healthy and also keeps heart related diseases away.

Useful in weight loss (Palak for weight loss)

• Fiber present in spinach keeps the digestive system better, which prevents constipation. Consuming it does not make you feel hungry again and again, which prevents obesity.

Useful in curing cancer (Palak for cancer)

• The use of spinach can also prove beneficial for cancer. Actually, spinach is rich in beta carotene and vitamin C, and both these nutrients can provide protection against developing cancer cells.

Useful in diabetes spinach

• If someone is suffering from diabetes, this is very beneficial in that case too. If you use spinach in this disease, you will get relief quickly.

Useful in arthritis pain (Palak for gout)

• Arthritis troubles people a lot. Arthritis causes severe pain in hands, legs, waist and joints. To get relief from this, you can use spinach seeds and leaves. Grind the seeds and leaves of spinach and apply it on the joints. This reduces pain and swelling. The properties of spinach prove beneficial in reducing arthritis pain.

Useful for blemishes spinach

• It is also beneficial to use Palakya in case of white spots or acne. Applying a paste of Palakya leaves reduces spots.

Useful in itching (Palak is itching)

• Grind together equal parts of palakya seeds and poppy seeds and add these to water containing neem leaves and take a bath. This will end itching quickly.

Useful in anaemia (Spinach for anemia)

• You can use Palkya to get rid of a dangerous disease like anemia.

To enhance memory Spinach (Palak for memory)

• Benefits of Palakya can also be seen for brain health. Palakya is rich in nutrients like vitamin K, lutein, folate and beta carotene which are useful for the brain. Consumption of Palakya can strengthen memory power.

Useful in the digestive system (Spinach for digestion)

• The nutrients found in Palakya help in digesting your food well and strengthen the digestive system.

Useful in fever (Palak for fever)

• If you have fever due to cold, then drinking 10-30 ml of juice or decoction of Palakya leaves will give you quick relief from fever.

under stress (Palak for stress)

• Nowadays, due to stress and unbalanced eating habits, most people are suffering from high blood pressure. For this, mix 5-10 ml of palakya juice with equal quantity of coconut water. Its consumption is beneficial in high blood pressure.

Useful parts (Important parts of Spinach)

• Leaves  
• Seed

Intake quantity (Dosage of Spinach)

• Juice – 5-10 ml