Asparagus effective in prevention of most disease and conditions
Asparagus a delicately flavoured vegetable consisting of the stems and flower buds, sold in small bundles. It may be home grown or imported.
Asparagus is a rich source of vitamins, especially A, B9 (folic acid or folate), C and E, and minerals, beta carotene and fibre.
Health benefits
It contains powerful natural antioxidants and may help to prevent disease, including some cancers. Asparagus has known mild laxative and diuretic properties supporting bowel and kidney functions. It is used in herbal medicine as a natural diuretic and laxative, as a sedative and to treat various other complaints such as neuritis.
Asparagus is usually gently boiled in upright bundles, leaving the buds clear of the water. may be served with butter or sauce.
Disadvantages: Naturally high in substances known as purines, which can exacerbate symptoms of gout.
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