The German Health Center said that asparagus has many health benefits, as it is the key to fitness, and it is also rich in With vitamins and minerals AndSecondary plant compoundswhich has positive effects on health.
Secondary plant compounds are responsible for the color pigment and taste of plants, such as the orange color of carrots, the blue of grapes, and the spicy taste of horseradish, for example. About 100,000 of these chemical compounds were discovered, including the flavonoids group.
The center explained that asparagus helps with weight loss, as it is low in calories, as 100 grams of it contain only 18 calories.
Asparagus is rich in vitamins and minerals such as iron, copper, magnesium, phosphorus, and vitamin C.
Digestive system and urinary system
Asparagus is rich in secondary plant substances such as inulin, which has a positive effect on the digestive system, as it stimulates bowel movement, which helps in treating constipation.
Asparagus is also beneficial for the urinary system thanks to it containing aspartic acid, which has a diuretic effect, making it useful in treating cystitis and preventing kidney stones.
Asparagus contains saponin, which has a mucus-clearing, hormone-stimulating, anti-inflammatory effect, as well as its ability to fight fungi.