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Spinach, although very nutritious (rich in iron, folate, vitamin K, magnesium, and antioxidants), has an important contraindication due to its high oxalate content.

🔎 Details of the contraindication:

Oxalates are natural compounds that, when combined with calcium in the urine, can form calcium oxalate — the most common type of kidney stone.

In people predisposed to kidney stones, a high-oxalate diet can increase the risk of developing or recurring stones.

Excessive intake can also reduce the absorption of certain minerals, such as calcium and iron.

⚠️ Who should be cautious:

Those who have had kidney stones.

People with conditions that promote oxalate buildup (e.g., hyperoxaluria, chronic kidney disease).

✅ Practical recommendations:

It’s not necessary to completely eliminate spinach unless advised by a doctor.

Consume in moderation and avoid eating it daily.

Pairing spinach with calcium-rich foods (e.g., low-fat cheese, yogurt) helps bind some oxalate in the intestine so it doesn’t reach the kidneys.

Include a variety of leafy greens with lower oxalate content (e.g., kale, Swiss chard in smaller amounts, romaine lettuce).

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