Share thisTweet2SharesNutritional Value and Health Benefits of Asparagus Juice One of the benefits of asparagus juice is its ability to stimulate the kidney. It is also considered as a food or drink for the urinary tract.  In this post you would learn the nutritional values of asparagus, its benefits and the areas where this food is applicable with regards to its medicinal properties and values. Let’s see a bit of asparagus in history, other names, description and habitat before delving into the benefits of asparagus juice. Asparagus is native to Central and Southern Europe, which means it is originally from Central and Southern Europe. As it is, it is grown in almost every country especially places with temperate climate. France, Italy and German are the primary producing countries. Asparagus is an herbaceous plant which belongs to the botanical family Liliaceae and it reaches a height of about 1.5 meters. Tiny scale-like leaves cover the stalks. Other names: Asparagus fern, Green asparagus, Special bean, White asparagus; French:       Asperge Spanish:     Esparrago German:      Spargel Have you had a small amount of asparagus and noticed that after a while the urine has an odor that’s quite unique? It is as a result of asparagine, the active substance found in asparagus which forms part of its essential oil. It is alleviated with the urine thereby increasing its volume. Now let’s look into the nutritional values in percentage, and properties of asparagus below. SEE ALSO: Health Benefits of Aloe Vera Properties of Asparagus Remember that it has over 91 – 92% water content and whether you are going to drink the juice or cook it, the following information it’s only based on percentage (%) daily value which is also based on 2,000 calorie diet provided by 100 grams of asparagus. Asparagus Composition Protein                  =                 2.28 g Energy                  =                 23.0 kcal = 98.0 kj Carbohydrates     =                 2.44 g Fiber                     =                 2.10 g Vitamin A            =                 58.0 μg RE Vitamin B1           =                 0.140 mg Vitamin B2           =                 0.128 mg Vitamin B6           =                 0.131 mg Niacin                   =                 1.54 mg NE Folate                   =                 128 μg Vitamin B12          =                 ___ Vitamin C            =                 13.2 mg Vitamin E             =                 2.00 mg ∝-TE Calcium               =                     21.0 mg Phosphorus          =                     56.0 mg Magnesium            =                     18.0 mg Potassium               =                     273 mg Iron                          =                     0.870 mg Zinc                          =                     0.460 mg Saturated Fat          =                     0.046 g Total Fat                   =                     0.200 g Cholesterol              =                     ____ Sodium                     =                     2.00 mg Starting from a nutritional standpoint, this food; asparagus is among the lowest calorie foods known. The energy content is just 23 kcal per 100 grams of the food and this is due to its lack of fat and also low carbohydrate content. However, asparagus juice has enormous protein content: 2.28%, which is somewhat close to the one of spinach; 2.86%. Asparagus juice fiber content is considerable which is 2.1% and the B group vitamins, folate and provitamin A, Vitamin C, and E. In minerals, it has significant amounts of potassium, iron, phosphorus and magnesium. There are also presence of some trace elements. Let’s take a look at the percentage (%) composition of asparagus juice. Fiber                          =                     2.10% Minerals                     =                     0.570% Protein                     =                     2.28% Carbohydrate            =                     2.44% Fat                              =                     0.200% Water                          =                     92.4% This foods is quite rich in nutrients and low calories. Therefore, the benefits of asparagus juice is worth something taking advantage of. Application of Asparagus Juice Asparagus can be prepared with celery, cucumber, apple, cilantro, lime and lemon. The combination of these fruits and vegetables are capable of cleansing the kidney. Also remember that one of the benefits of asparagus juice is its effect on the kidney, it stimulates the kidney. So, the above mentioned fruits and vegetables together with asparagus or asparagus juice will help in purifying your blood, put your alkaline buffers to the top, detoxify your tissues and muscles and promote the restoring of your alkaline balance especially after an experience with bulimia nervosa. I made a well detailed post on binge eating, you can visit the link here; bulimia nervosa. Some of the foods good at forming alkaline are: Lemons Celery: Visit here to read about celery Cucumber: There is also a post on cucumber, if you are interested to see it is about. Limes Green apple is also good for its lower sugar content. As stated above, asparagus juice is quite beneficial because it is plant-based food or drink and combing it with other fruits and vegetables will eventually make it richer in vitamins and minerals. According to theblendergirl, It also is rich in riboflavin, thiamin, provitamin A, vitamin A, B group vitamins, Vitamin C, and K. Some list of Benefits of Asparagus Juice It is also equipped with antioxidants Asparagus Juice holds glutathione in high levels which aids in alleviating free radicals. There is also the presence of quercetin which is a flavonoid responsible for anti-inflammatory effects. It contains rutin which makes it an ideal diuretic capable of dissolving oxalic and uric acids. Another benefit of asparagus juice is that it eliminates arthritis pain. It can help dissolve kidney stones.  YOU MAY LIKE: Effects of Fish Oil Main applications of Asparagus juice  Kidney Disorder Asparagus juice is quite diuretic which facilitates urine production in the kidneys. Therefore, it helps in eliminating fluids that got retained in the tissues. And therefore, it is recommended for those suffering from inflammation of the kidney (nephritis). They should include asparagus juice as part of their diet because of its stimulant effects on the kidney.  Obesity This food or drink if highly recommended for those suffering from obesity because of its caloric content which is extremely low.       Eczema Asparagus juice will do justice to the skin and so for the cases of eczema of the skin, it is recommended because it is quite depurant and also helps with some detoxifying effects. Constipation Asparagus juice is good in fight against constipation because of it dietary fiber content. There are several ways to avoid constipation. I made a post on foods to avoid and foods that help with constipation. Other benefits of asparagus juice include boosting the functioning of the following: Adrenal, pineal and thyroid glands Lungs Liver Pancrease Spleen Heart Preparation and Use of Asparagus Below are some of the ways you can prepare asparagus other than the regular asparagus juice I’ve been singing about here. Canned: When asparagus is canned, it loses some of its vitamin content and fiber. However, its mineral content and diuretic substances are retained. Cooked: The duration of cooking asparagus should not exceed 10 minutes. So, it can cooked for about 5 to 10 minutes. It may roasted or fried too. When the stalk seems tough just peel it off. Back to my asparagus juice. In essence, asparagus juice benefits are enormous which also include its helpfulness in kidney health, fighting against acne, getting respiratory congestion arrested, and also other skin disorders. The flavor from asparagus juice is somewhat funky. Therefore, you start by adding 1 apple in a day, and as you get used to the taste of asparagus juice, then start reducing the apple intake with it. Other fruits or vegetables you can pair it with could be garlic,carrot, tomato, salt or cilantro to obtain a well-deserved savory blend. Start maximizing the benefits of asparagus juice today. Have you considered taking asparagus juice? Let us know at the comment section. READ MORE: Benefits of Figs Foods for Anemia Benefits of Eating Cabbage Foods to stop Diarrhea Benefits of Loquat Fruit Health Benefits of Chickpeas                  Related posts:Lavender Tea Benefits for SleepRosemary Herb BenefitsHome Remedy for Body OdourHow To Make Mango CustardHealth Benefits of Miracle FruitFidel PerezA graduate of Computer Science and Information Management Technology. Diploma – Caregiving, Certificates – Dementia and Diabetes Awareness and Management. A researcher, blogger, songwriter, singer and acoustic guitarist. 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