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For decades, a nutritional debate has simmered in Indian kitchens: Is Palak Paneer actually healthy?Critics often claim that the calcium in paneer blocks the iron in spinach, making the dish a "nutritional waste." However, if we look at the biochemistry of renal health and traditional wisdom, we find that our dadi-nanis were actually master food scientists. This blog explores the NIH-validated science behind why the Palak Paneer combination is one of the best dietary defenses against kidney stones. 1. The Oxalate Problem: Why Spinach is "Risky" Alone Spinach (Spinacia oleracea) is famously nutrient-dense, but it is also one of the highest sources of dietary oxalates. The Data: 100g of raw spinach contains between 750mg to 1145mg of oxalates (as cited in studies via PubMed). The Risk: For those prone to urolithiasis (kidney stones), these oxalates can bind with calcium in the kidneys to form calcium-oxalate crystals—which account for roughly 75% of all kidney stones ...

Adequate intake of calcium is important to keep most nutritional deficiencies at bay. Research finds that adequate calcium intake might help in body weight regulation. Additionally, it may help manage moderate-to-severe premenstrual symptoms.  Calcium benefits bone health in more ways than one and reduces the risk of osteoporosis, bone problems. It is critical to dental health. Calcium plays a vital role in cell signaling in the body. That is, calcium is an essential part in the cellular role in the constriction and relaxation of blood vessels, muscle contraction, nerve impulse transmission, and insulin secretion . You can increase your calcium intake by including: Nuts and seeds, including all types of nuts - almonds, walnuts, pistachios, pine nuts, flax seeds, sesame seeds lead the pack. Spices - fenugreek seeds, cumin seeds,  Greens - spinach, kale Citrus fruits Tomatoes Beans - Green and soybean Legumes - chickpeas, black gram Cabbage Cucumber Caluflower, broccoli