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On March 26th, get ready to celebrate National Spinach Day! A nutrient-packed vegetable with a long history, spinach was first cultivated in Persia over 2000 years ago and has been enjoyed by people all around the world ever since. It's a great source of vitamins and minerals and can be prepared in many different ways – from baked into casseroles to chopped into salads.
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>330 BC</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Spinach Inception from Persia</div><div class='timeline-text'>Spinach was first cultivated in ancient Persia (modern-day Iran) around this time.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>600 AD</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Chinese Introduction to Spinach</div><div class='timeline-text'>Spinach was introduced to China where it’s named "Persian vegetable".</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1300s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Spinach Arrives in Europe</div><div class='timeline-text'>Spinach made its way to Europe through moors to Spain around this time.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1806</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Spinach in American Cookery</div><div class='timeline-text'>Spinach was mentioned in the first known American cookbook, "American Cookery" by Amelia Simmons.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1929</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Popeye's Spinach Power</div><div class='timeline-text'>The popular comic strip, Popeye, helped popularize spinach, demonstrating the vegetable's strength-boosting properties.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Create a spinach dish</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Spinach is a versatile vegetable that can be used in a variety of dishes. Try making a spinach lasagna, spinach quiche, or a spinach salad.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Visit a spinach farm</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take a tour of a local farm and learn more about how spinach is grown. Learn more about the sustainability of the spinach industry and how it helps the environment.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Hold a cooking competition</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather your friends together and host a cooking competition featuring dishes made with spinach. Have everyone vote on their favorite dish and award prizes for the winner.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Plant spinach</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Plant some spinach in your garden and take care of it as it grows. Enjoy watching the plant grow and harvesting your own homegrown spinach to use in recipes.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Have a spinach party</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather your friends and family together for a special Spinach Day celebration. Make some delicious spinach dishes, play games, and enjoy each other’s company.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Spinach is packed with nutrients</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Spinach is one of the most nutritious vegetables around, and when it's cooked it releases even more nutrients. It's loaded with vitamins A, C, K and folate, as well as minerals such as iron and calcium. Eating spinach on a regular basis can help support your bone health and boost your immune system!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It tastes delicious</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Although it may not be everyone's favorite food, there's no denying that spinach has its own unique flavor that's incredibly delicious. From sautéed to steamed or boiled; raw in salads; or added to omelets or sandwiches - whatever way you cook it, spinach is sure to add an earthy flavor to any dish.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Spinach is a Superfood</h3><p class='facts-text'>Spinach is considered a superfood due to its wealth of vitamins and nutrients. It's also low in calories and high in antioxidants, making it beneficial for maintaining a healthy weight and preventing disease.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Spinach Helps Enhance Eye Health</h3><p class='facts-text'>Spinach contains two essential pigments, lutein and zeaxanthin, which are essential for eye health. These compounds help to prevent macular degeneration and cataracts.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Spinach Has Impressive Iron Content</h3><p class='facts-text'>Globally, iron deficiency is a common nutritional disorder. Spinach is high in iron, providing about 35% of the RDI per 100 grams, making it an excellent choice for vegetarians and vegans who may struggle to get enough iron from their diet.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Spinach Can Help Reduce Blood Pressure</h3><p class='facts-text'>Spinach is high in potassium and low in sodium, a mix that can help reduce high blood pressure. This balance helps to maintain a healthy heart.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Spinach Contains Compounds that Fight Inflammation</h3><p class='facts-text'>Spinach is packed with compounds like kaempferol, which is known to decrease inflammation, potentially reducing the risk of chronic diseases such as arthritis and heart disease.</p></div></div>
National Spinach Day is celebrated on March 26 every year. In 2024, National Spinach Day will occur on a Tuesday.
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