Spinach Benefits and Caution Explained By Dr. Berg

In this video, Dr. Berg talks about the health benefits of spinach.
It's rich in iron, magnesium, vitamins K and C, and folic acid, B2, and B6. It supports the eyes preventing macular degeneration and is good for inflammation.

However, spinach has oxalates, which can cause kidney stones.
You can steam your spinach, you can add lemon juice, potassium citrate, and adding calcium (which binds with oxalates in the digestive system). But make sure spinach is organic to prevent chemicals.
However, the health benefits of spinach are huge.

Dr. Eric Berg DC Bio:
Dr. Berg, age 57, is a chiropractor who specializes in Healthy Ketosis & Intermittent Fasting. He is the author of the best-selling book The Healthy Keto Plan, and is the Director of Dr. Berg Nutritionals. He no longer practices, but focuses on health education through social media.

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Disclaimer:
Dr. Eric Berg received his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Palmer College of Chiropractic in 1988. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Berg is a licensed chiropractor in Virginia, California, and Louisiana, but he no longer practices chiropractic in any state and does not see patients so he can focus on educating people as a full time activity, yet he maintains an active license. This video is for general informational purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, cure, treatment, diagnosis, and prescription or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Berg and you. You should not make any change in your health regimen or diet before first consulting a physician and obtaining a medical exam, diagnosis, and recommendation. Always seek the advice of a physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.

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[dandearman]

Been eating spinach for 50+ years and doing fine.

[PY-vhin]

In my village, people make ‘saag’ by cooking spinach completely, and they eat it almost every alternate day in winters, and they’re the healthiest people I’ve ever known. Also, bcs it’s a traditional dish made by our ancestors, somehow I believe they knew more than us about nutrition since they fell sick less often and lived long, healthier lives! May be we’ll discover the secret in future!

[isitsafeforme]

I love this guy, he doesn't simply say "This food is bad. Period." He objectively explains the details. God bless you sir. 🥰👍🏻☺️

[almnlols]

This guys degree isn't what makes him a good doctor. It's his willingness to spread what he knows with no guarantee of a reward. GBH.

[itispam]

Very true! Have had kidney stones twice and they’re extremely painful! Slim and a healthy eater for all my life but ate spinach most days, also lots of fresh beetroot in my diet along with almonds and dark organic chocolate. Thought I was helping my body with great nutrients but was overloading with oxolate- what a painful lesson to learn! Pain makes you mindful people so take care and stay healthy. 🙂❤️

[Matowix]

The only things left safe to eat anymore is water and raw kale.

[mmgibson]

Somewhere I remember reading that if you are craving chocolate, what your body really needs is magnesium and you should eat spinach, and I thought, "Well, that's no fun!"

[Ritzie]

I soak my store bought pre-washed Spinach for 30 minutes in tap water to get rid of pesticides. Then I boil/steam it for 3 to 4 minutes with garlic, green chilli (optional) and salt. Then I use a hard mixer to grind it, and "drink" my Spinach. Sometimes I add other steamed veggies in there too and it tastes like heaven.

[dianebollig]

When I was growing up my mom would put a bottle of vinegar on the table and encourage us to put it on almost every vegetable we had she said it would help so we don't get kidney stones I've never gotten a kidney stone to this day and I'm still putting vinegar on all my vegetables.

[mobiustrip]

I have been eating spinach every day for 3 years. Literally every day. There are NO bad side effects, just good nutrition. No oxalate stones etc.... OK, I must admit my forearms are swelling up.

[krisdag]

I love how Latin countries especially when eating raw leafy greens we put lemon and salt always. Because one it breaks down the fibers and make it more digestion friendly, lower the risks of goiters, and helps the thyroid 😄 now also the oxidation

[michaelrincon]

I ate spinach almost every day. Always felt good until I noticed i was always tired. Never got kidney stones but then I developed high iron. Been donating religiously and got my iron back to normal levels but I can see how it's good for people with low iron.

[gussygatlin]

Thank You for This! I use frozen spinach in my ninja sometimes.
sometimes I use the spring mix in my ninja.
I prefer to drink my salad.😊
I'm in my 4th day with Kito (been real nauseated)
I'm trying out fasting for 13 hrs to see how I feel. So far My inflammation has started to leave my During the day I have this range of motion I have NOT had in a year or more!!!
I have been Thanking The Lord!!! He Answers Amen!

[collarmole]

"don't eat cooked vegetables" "don't eat raw vegetables" Quiet! I'm just tryna eat my veggies in peace!

[johncline]

thank you Dr. Berg, I have been using your info with my diet. the thing I learned as a dirt farmer is to now try to replace what my soil is missing to make my vegetables work more in my favor/flavor. I dropped 50 lbs. a few years ago but couldn't get anymore off. now I'm back to losing about 3 lbs. a month which I believe is right where I want my weight loss to be.  keep up the good work, you Sir are saving lives.

[davidbranson]

One should read Norman Walker on spinach juice .He says oxolic acid in the raw non-heated form is beneficial.He says when it is cooked is when the oxolic acid becomes inorganic and devitalized and forms crystals in the kidneys.

[nycs]

My favorite salad is raw baby spinach and arugula, French feta, and olive oil/lemon juice dressing. Couldn't be more delicious!

[belindamiller]

I am moving and I am going to start new. Dr Berg my hope is… I would like a list of YOUR SUGGESTED PANTRY ITEMS. MAYBE IN YOUR SPARE TIME…. Could you provide a list of your suggested grocery You are the best. Since following you I have lost 90 lbs. never been this comfortable and satisfied….. changing my You are a blessing to many. I tell people all the time. Get in and follow DR

[stephanieedwards]

Your channel is absolutely fantastic! I love watching your videos, I am a student of nutrition and I find the information you provide so valuable. Thank you!

[txredbelle]

I love raw organic spinach! I eat it at least once daily, usually as the "green" of my salad instead of lettuce. Luckily I'm not a sufferer of kidney stones so this was only good news for me. Thank you Dr Berg for the informative videos. Because of your advice and guidance I am now 35 pounds down! Keep the videos coming. And I love the videos with your lovely wife as well. Such yummy recipes!