Palak-paneer apparently not a healthy combo says nutritionist; know why

Winter season is here and it's time to hog onto some leafy vegetables like spinach and fenugreek among others. And talking about spinach reminds us of one of the most loved dishes among Indians, palak paneer.

Nutritionist says palak paneer is not healthy

However, nutritionist Nmami Agarwal in one of her Instagram posts, says that there are some specific combinations that don't go well together and one among them is palak and paneer.

Why palak paneer is an unhealthy combo

She says, spinach is rich in iron and paneer is rich in calcium and when these two are eaten together they inhibit the nutrient absorptions of each other. Nmami further explains that calcium in paneer restricts the absorption of iron from spinach.

Alternatives of paneer that can be eaten with palak

Instead, she suggests combining spinach with potato or corn as they are equally nutritious and do not inhibit nutritions of each other.

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