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    • asparagus facts

      Posted at 10:11 am by Mary Ann Lesh
      Feb 11th

      Asparagus (español: espárragos) (asparagus officinalis) is a perennial flowering plant species in the genus Asparagus. Its young shoots are used as a spring vegetable. It is widely cultivated as a vegetable crop. Asparagus is anti-inflammatory and antioxidant. It is a good source of Vitamin K, Vitamin B1 Thiamine, and Fiber. It serves as a natural diuretic, nourishes the digestive tract. It helps with a healthy pregnancy, helps fight cancer, and supports skin health. Asparagus can be eaten raw and makes a good addition to salads. Lightly steamed, blanched, or roasted asparagus is a delicious side dish with almost any meal.

      RECIPESautéed Asparagus
      Nutrition Facts: 1 cup of asparagus
      calories 27
      carbohydrates 5 g
      copper 13% DV
      fiber 1.7 g
      folate 17% DV
      iron 16% DV
      niacin (B3) 7% DV
      potassium 8% DV
      protein 3 g
      riboflavin (B2) 11% DV
      thiamine (B1) 13% DV
      vitamin A 20% DV
      vitamin B6 6% DV
      vitamin C 13% DV
      vitamin K 70% DV
      Sources: Wikipedia / healthline /Dr. Axe
      Posted in FOOD FACTS | Tagged asparagus, cancer, diuretic, esparragos, folate, pregnancy, vitamin a, vitamin K
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