Scientific name: Asparagus officinalis
Biological background: asparagus is a vegetable with succulent shoots and scale-like leaves, the lily of the Valley family include. it knew the ancient civilizations of Egypt and Rome.
Nutritional values: Four medium Spears (cooked, 60 g) containing 315 calories, 1.6 g protein, 2.6 g carbohydrate, 1.1 g fiber, 0.4 mg iron, 186 mg potassium, 50 RE 16 mg vitamin C, vitamin A, 0.63 mg niacin and small amount of other vitamins.
Pharmacological activity: asparagus is an excellent source of glutathione and a good source of flavonoids, saponins, folic acid, vitamin C and Ballaststoffe.Diese food components in asparagus great power to fight on various types of cancer and heart disease.Asparagus is also known for its antifungal, diuretic and antiviral activity.Furthermore, the low-calorie content of asparagus makes it a good meal for weight control.
Food tips: asparagus worsened and loses its vitamin C below ambient temperature schnell.Schwere can cook asparagus disease-fighting makes some his healing Komponenten.Um using most to get, for the health of asparagus reduce by destroying food you it fresh or lightly cooked.
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