The Health Benefits of Asparagus
The health benefits of Asparagus
Hailed as one of the highest antioxidant vegetables in the world, a good source of inulin, a prebiotic which is necessary for “good” bacteria to thrive. Having the “good” bacteria fight off the “bad” which assists ailments such as depression, immune health, acne or skin sensitivities.
Asparagus is also known to contain a wealth of antioxidants including vitamin B, vitamin C, beta-carotene, zinc, manganese and selenium.
The Wellness Benefits of Asparagus
Wellness
Anti-Inflammatory and Anti-Oxidant Benefits Asparagus provides a truly unique combination of anti-inflammatory phyto nutrients nutrients.
Menopause Asparagus is believed to produce estrogen’s, therefore it is helpful in combating the symptoms of menopause. Asparagus also helps provide estrogen to women who have had full or partial hysterectomy.
Aids Digestion Asparagus contains prebiotics, which selectively stimulates the growth of friendly bacteria in the gut, soothing the stomach and aiding digestion.
Heart Health Folate, a B complex vitamin, is essential for a healthy cardiovascular system and is found in abundance in asparagus.
Blood Sugar Regulation B vitamins such as choline, biotin, and pantothenic acid manage our blood sugar levels by effectively metabolizing sugars and starches.
Anti-Cancer Benefits
Asparagus possesses anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, asparagus is a robust fighter against bladder, breast, colon, lung, prostate, ovarian, and other cancers.
Weight loss Benefits of Asparagus
Weight loss
Asparagus is low in calories with less than four kcal per average spear, as part of a balanced diet can help with weight loss.
Asparagus is a mild diuretic and helps detoxify the body, removing excess water and combat cystitis.
Beauty Benefits of Asparagus
Beauty
Asparagus is an Anti-aging food, it boosts the body’s production of glutathione, an anti-inflammatory nutrient that can stop the action of some enzymes that naturally break down collagen— which contributes to wrinkles!
Skin, Nails and Hair excellent for all due to the high levels of vitamin C and E.
Glowing skin by enhancing healthy gut bacteria.
Skin whitening an extract of asparagus obtained by sequentially exposing the asparagus to two or more solvents. These solvents of varying strengths are used for skin whitening.
Relieve Skin burns, Irritations, and Smallpox A paste of asparagus leaves is used as a topical application.
Relieve Bloating Asparagus assists in removing excess fluid due to its diuretic and anti inflammatory properties.
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Cooking Tips for Asparagus
Cooking
Chargrill just simply rinse and put them on a really hot grill for about 1 minute, serve as an appetizer at a BBQ with some “parmesan yoghurt”, simply grated parmesan, dijon mustard, lemon juice & Greek yoghurt for both a pre and pro biotic hit!!
Panfry and mix through sexy, seasonal salads.
Stirfry with your favourite seasonal vegetables and some salt and pepper tofu.
Soup keep the stalks and make a soup finish with your favourite pesto.
Asparagus Qoute
“There is no excuse not to indulge in this proclaimed aphrodisiac, simply buy thin asparagus spears, wash and eat them raw for slimming effects and many other benefits”
