Second century physician, Galen, described asparagus as “cleansing and healing.”
Nutrition studies have shown that asparagus is a low-calorie source of folate and potassium. Its stalks are high in antioxidants. “Asparagus provides essential nutrients: six spears contain some 135 micrograms (mcg) of folate, almost half the adult RDI (recommended dietary intake), 545 mcg of beta carotene, [...]
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