benefits of asparagus: delicious and healthy
asparagus pee smell: mega unsexy
current obsession: asparagus panini with goat cheese
- Asparagus is a good source of fiber,
folate, vitamins A, C, E and K, as well as chromium, a trace mineral
that enhances the ability of insulin to transport glucose from the
bloodstream into cells.
- It's a particularly rich source of
glutathione, a detoxifying compound that helps break down carcinogens
and other harmful compounds.
- Asparagus
is packed with antioxidants, ranking among the top fruits and vegetables
for its ability to neutralize cell-damaging free radicals.
- Another anti-aging property of this delicious spring veggie is that
it may help our brains fight cognitive decline. Like leafy greens,
asparagus delivers folate, which works with vitamin B12—found in fish,
poultry, meat and dairy—to help prevent cognitive impairment.
- It contains high levels of the amino acid asparagine, which serves as a
natural diuretic, and increased urination not only releases fluid but
helps rid the body of excess salts. (via)
flush quickly!!
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