As good AS-PARAGUS!
Welcome to week 2 of the “neglected foods” blog. This week we look at Asparagus!
This vegetable is one of the easiest and most versatile vegetables to cook and also has an amazing range of nutrients.
Asparagus has a high folate content and also contains a range of other vitamins including vitamin A, B1 and B2, vitamin C and vitamin E. The minerals in asparagus are magnesium, phosphate, calcium and iron. Asparagus is also high in fibre which helps to combat lifestyle diseases (diabetes, dyslipidemia and hypertension) and aids in digestion. It even contains a variety of amino acids and flavonoids (antioxidants).
Asparagus contains inulin, a powerful prebiotic. Prebiotics function along with probiotics in your gut (they are actually like to ‘food’ for probiotics, the good gut bacteria) and works against the production of harmful bacteria. These compounds help to ensure that you have a healthy digestive system.
Why not try some asparagus this week? Watch this space for some great recipes.