Is it worth trying?
But what do dietitians think about this trend?
We asked experts for their opinions.
People are eating spinach by the handful in dinosaur time trend.Photo:Kseniya Ovchinnikova
What Is Dinosaur Time?
As @sahmthingsup explains, the practice isnt meant to replace a meal.
Is Dinosaur Time Healthy?
No question, eating vegetables is a good thing!
TheUSDA Dietary Guidelinesspecifically recommend eating dark green vegetables every day.
Its also loaded with magnesium and B vitamins, which help your nervous system function properly.
Theres some evidence that leafy green vegetables can help keep your brain sharp.
Are There Any Risks to Trying Dinosaur Time?
Generally, eating raw spinach (and other leafy greens) isnt particularly harmful.
Further, Smart warns that shoveling food into your mouth is a choking hazard.
I’ve seen videos where people fold up a handful of spinach and just shove it into their mouth.
There is a reason that bite-sized pieces of food are not very large, she says.
And some people may view the greens as their only veggie source for the day.
Nutrition doesnt have to be complicated to be effective.
You dont need a recipe or a dressingjust grab and go.
Its raw, its primal, its oddly empowering.
And sometimes thats what it takes to build a sustainable habit, Peterson says.
