Asparagus

Asparagus has many essential nutrients, only 6 shoots containing 135 micrograms of folate or approximately one third of adults consume the recommended amount per day. There are also beta-carotene and potassium, 545 micrograms 200 micrograms research indicates. Folate is a major factor reducing substance Homo Sea Tech Caffeine. A substance associated with heart disease. Folate is a substance crucial to pregnancy. Because it helps prevent neural tube opening in the baby.

Preparation and eating: asparagus are long . Slender vegetables thai grow as shoots in Spring and early summer. The straight, firm stalks.which range from pencil thin to as thick as your thumb,are prized for their delicate flavor . The tender tips have a particularty delicate flavor and texture ,the most common variety is green and sometimes tinged with purple at the bud white and all purple stalks are also available in farmers' markets and well-stocked grocery stores. Look for asparagus with crisp . Straight stalks and tight buds,wrap in Damp paper toweis and retrigerate in a plastic bag for up to 4-5 days , trim the stalks before using.cut or snap off the tough ends and discard . If desired peel the bottom third or half of each stalk with a vegetable peeler for more tender texture.