You just have to love it. Nevertheless, there are people who should better not eat asparagus. Who that is and why that is so, you read here.
Already in winter I look forward to the first fresh asparagus spears. This year it took a bit longer until the first regional asparagus was available due to the weather.
But now it's finally asparagus season.
And now that it's available at the supermarket, farmer's market, discount store, and even small stands on the street, I could eat it every day.
And although it is so healthy and low in calories, there are people who would rather not eat too much of it.
What makes asparagus so healthy
Asparagus is not only worth eating because of its unique taste. The noble vegetable is very low in calories due to its high water content. You get just 15 calories per 100 grams. At the same time, it is rich in vitamins and minerals.
Asparagus is 93 percent water, two percent protein, four percent carbohydrate and 0.2 percent fat.
Nevertheless, it contains many minerals such as potassium, which has a blood pressure-lowering effect or strengthens our nerves. Calcium in asparagus is a building block for bones and teeth. Phosphorus improves the transport, storage and utilization of energy. And nitrogen stimulates the kidneys and leads to the well-known diuretic effect of asparagus.
But the sticks also have a lot to offer in terms of vitamins. Vitamin A supports our eyesight, vitamin E has an influence on our nervous system and acts against free radicals. Vitamin K is important for the blood.
By the way, both types of asparagus are healthy - whether green or white.
Unlike other vegetables, it stays in the stomach for a particularly long time. This ensures a good feeling of satiety and prevents cravings.
Mmmhh delicious: asparagus pesto with walnuts!
Who should not eat asparagus
Asparagus has a draining effect on our body. So it ensures that the urination is promoted. This is quite wonderful for those who are healthy and want to get rid of water retention.
But for kidney patients, less is more. They should keep their hands off asparagus altogether or talk to a doctor before eating it. Anyone with kidney disease who relies on the dehydrating effect is not doing their body any favors.
By the way, the same applies to all those who suffer from gout. Asparagus contains many purines. For healthy people, this is completely harmless. But if you are a gout patient, you should avoid it. The purines are broken down in the body to uric acid.
This can lead to painful symptoms for those affected.
Those who nevertheless do not want to do without the tasty vegetable should talk to a doctor about their complaints in advance. For most kidney and gout patients, a little asparagus is no problem. Only in larger quantities does the body react.
However, this again depends on how severe the symptoms are before eating asparagus. Someone with mild gout logically has fewer problems than someone who has been proven to have severe gout.
Try this delicious low carb asparagus casserole!
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