ASPARAGUS

Item name: Asparagus
Botanical name:  Asparagus officinalis
Arabic name: Shakakil

Asparagus (Asparagus officinalis) is a plant widely grown as a vegetable. The spears are commonly eaten. The root and seeds are used to make medicine. Asparagus can increase urine production and is also a good source of dietary fiber, folic acid, vitamin C, vitamin E, vitamin B6, and several minerals.

– Rich in vitamins and minerals: Asparagus is a good source of vitamins A, C, and K, as well as minerals like potassium and iron.

– Antioxidant properties: Asparagus is also a good source of antioxidants like Vitamin A and Vitamin E. These antioxidants help the body fight off “free radicals,” or oxygen particles that cells produce as waste
– Anti-inflammatory properties: Asparagus can effectively reduce inflammation in your body through a compound called polyphenols. It also contains essential vitamins like C and E, which also work to diminish inflammation.
– In Traditional Medicines:  Asparagus is mainly used in traditional medicines including oriental, Chinese Kampo and Ayurveda medicine more than 1000 years.
– Supports digestive health: research has shown that cooked asparagus may be useful in gastrointestinal conditions as it helps to regulate the digestive system