Asparagus (lat. Asparagus) is a plant of the asparagus family.
Asparaguses grow on all continents. This genus of plants is represented by 200 species of vines, shrubs and grasses.
Some varieties are grown only for decorative purposes, others - are used in food and are a delicacy.
In the article we will consider the plant asparagus, beneficial properties and contraindications from eating.
Beneficial features
Reference! In ancient Greece, asparagus was grown only as a medicine.
Many people wonder whether asparagus is useful and what is the use of its use?
Table varieties are rich in vitamins of group B, A, K, E, C, selenium, copper, potassium, iron, manganese. They are a source of fiber.
Shoots contain sulfur compounds, therefore they are capable of changing the smell of the human body like onions and garlic.
Coumarin, which is part of the stems, has a beneficial effect on the cardiovascular system. Thanks to beta-carotene, the plant improves skin condition and vision.
Magnesium has a positive effect on the nervous system. Saponins reduce cholesterol in the blood.
Due to the potassium content, this vegetable is recommended for prostatitis and urination disorders.
White asparagus has bactericidal and anti-cancer properties.
Vegetable juice can be used to peel the skin. It has exfoliating and softening properties.
Reference! To save more vitamins vegetable boil tips up.
Green asparagus contains minerals that contribute to the formation of red blood cells.
Mineral salts promote the excretion of nitrates, urea, and free radicals.
Green shoots contain more nutrients than white.
Sprouts about 20 cm long are used for food.
The energy value of 100 grams of boiled stems is only 22 kcal, which makes it attractive for those who want to lose weight.
Reference! Soy-bean asparagus (Fuju, Korean asparagus) found in shops is a product of soy milk processing that has nothing to do with asparagus.
Asparagus is included in the diet for gastric ulcer, diabetes, diseases associated with edema, gout.
Ornamental plant cleans the air in the room. It is believed that the aura of the flower soothes a person, relieves stress, protects from quarrels and troubles.
Infusion of ripe fruit is used in the treatment of impotence and hemorrhoids. In the treatment of diseases of the urinary system, rheumatism, dermatological diseases, epilepsy, decoctions and water extracts of the rhizomes of the flower are recommended.
Alcohol infusions are used as immunostimulants, have diaphoretic and diuretic effects.
Reference! White, lilac and green asparagus, which is on sale, is one and the same plant in different degrees of maturity.
Harm to health and contraindications
Asparagus contains substances that irritate the gastric mucosa.
Oxalic acid removes calcium from the body.
Therefore, it is undesirable to eat asparagus for urolithiasis, gastrointestinal diseases, cystitis, prostatitis.
Sometimes a vegetable causes allergies.
Eating asparagus, you need to consider the possible consequences and contraindications.
Do not abuse this vegetable, because even an abundance of vitamins and minerals is harmful to the body.
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Photos from this early vegetable crop:
- kinds;
- care.
