Neat News 1088 (added 2018-12-23)

Lutein in Spinach

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Lutein is an antioxidant that helps reducing atherosclerosis, linked to a risk of myocardial infarction and has other positive effects on the health. In new research it has been established that lutein intake from spinach is maximized if the spinach is not cooked but consumed in salads or in smoothies, for instance.

News seen at: ScienceDaily - Mind & Brain