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asparagus

March 5, 2021

Nutrition facts:

Per 1/2 cup cooked:

  • Calories: 20

  • Protein: 2.2 grams

  • Fat: 0.2 grams

  • Fiber: 1.8 grams

  • Vitamin C: 12% of the RDI

  • Vitamin A: 18% of the RDI

  • Vitamin K: 57% of the RDI

  • Folate: 34% of the RDI

  • Potassium: 6% of the RDI

  • Phosphorous: 5% of the RDI

  • Vitamin E: 7% of the RDI

Why do we love them?

  • Asparagus is a great source of antioxidants, including vitamins C and E, flavonoids and polyphenols.

  • Asparagus is rich in fiber, which promotes regularity and digestive health and may also help reduce your risk of heart disease, high blood pressure and diabetes.

  • Asparagus is high in folate, or vitamin B9, which is an important nutrient that helps reduce the risk of neural tube defects during pregnancy.

  • It contains potassium, which can help lower high blood pressure. In addition, research has found that asparagus may contain an active compound that dilates blood vessels, thus lowering blood pressure.

  • It’s low in calories, high in water, and rich in fiber, which helps promote weight loss!

  • Asparagus is super versatile & easy to prepare, making it easy to incorporate into everyday recipes!

Source: Healthline

 
 

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