Health Benefits of Asparagus

PAKISTAN —A recent study conducted at the University of Karachi and published in the Indian Journal of Pharmacology found several health benefits associated with consuming asparagus.

The study analyzed numerous previous studies that looked at health benefits associated with certain vegetables, focusing on asparagus.

The team found several health benefits associated with adding asparagus to your daily diet. Some of these health benefits include:

1.      Anti-cancer properties: Compounds found in asparagus, known as shatavarins were proven to fight and eliminate cancer cells.

2.      Helps prevent diabetes: Studies have shown that daily asparagus consumption had a positive effect on the production of insulin. In addition, a British study found an 81 percent increase in the absorption of glucose.

3.      Could boost heart health: A compound called rutin found in asparagus helps prevent blood clots, which can lead to heart attacks and strokes. Also, asparagus is rich in folic acid, which has been proven to improve overall heart health.

If you are interested in some of these health benefits, you might want to consider adding asparagus to your daily diet.


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