Fast Facts About Asparagus

5 Fast Facts About Asparagus:

• Contains 69% of your daily vitamin K

 

• Is highly anti-inflammatory and loaded with antioxidants (including the super-regeneration antioxidant glutathione) and phytonutrients

 

• Acts as a natural diuretic to help dissipate retained fluid

 

• Contains a significant amount of inulin, a special kind of fiber that acts as a prebiotic (food for the healthy probiotic flora living in the gut.)

 

• Contains purines, so those with gout and uric acid kidney stones should be cautious of their asparagus intake.

 

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