The Abraham and Isaac story in Genesis 22 is often given to show Godâs rejection of human sacrifice and, as it is in the Bible today, that may well have been the purpose. But, like a cheerful fairy tale that comes from a darker original, the Isaac story may not initially have had its happy ending.
Spinach contains high amounts of vitamin A in the form of beta-carotene, with 1 cup of raw spinach providing 2813 international units, or 56 percent of the DV.
Spinach also provides a non-digestible form of carbohydrates called fiber. This nutrient promotes digestive health and helps to keep us fuller longer by slowing digestion and creating bulk. Per cup, there is 1 gram of fiber in fresh spinach, 4 grams in cooked and frozen spinach, and 5 grams in canned spinach.