I never ate asparagus until about a year or two ago. I figure it was because I had a negative view of it from not being a fan of veggies as a child or that the name just sounded disgusting.
It started innocently, a bundle every other week. Maybe a 1/2 cup with some rice and chicken for dinner. I had it under control, I could stop whenever I wanted too. Then I started bringing some for over to friendly cookouts. I was a social asparagus eater. I could stop whenever. Once I followed a man I had just met into an alley where he could give me asparagus. I could stop whenever, I just didn't want to yet. But last night I realized I had a problem. I cooked an entire bundle of asparagus, it filled my entire frying pan. I finished every single piece of it without saving any of it for my girlfriend. Over a pound of asparagus. My precious....
So asparagus has become a staple of my diet. 2-3 times a week, sometimes more. I always assumed it was good for me, all vegetables are right? Last night as I was lying on the floor because I couldn't muster the energy to move due to being engorged on dijon mustard and cinnamon coated chicken, rice, and over a pound of asparagus, I decided to to investigate. Heres my findings:
1. Anti-Cancer - Selenium has shown to greatly reduce your risk of cancer. Several studies have been done, you can research if your interested. Copper also aids in neutralizing "free-radicals". High in Glutathione (GSH), an antioxidant that protects cells from toxins such as free radicals. Smoke on boys, just keep downing that asparagus.
2.Anti-Aging - rich in potassium, vitamin A, folate, and GSH. Asparagus is ranks among top of the vegetables that yield the highest anti-oxidants.
3.Reduces belly fat - asparagus has 288 milligrams of potassium per cup. Potassium is known for reducing belly fat.
4.Detox - contains high levels of the amino acid asparagine, which serves as a natural diuretic. Fiber also aids in cleaning the digestive system.
5.Heart health - reduces risk of heart disease and increases survivability of heart attacks.
6.Bone health - all sorts of goodies in there. Add a glass of whole milk and go bunch some brick walls.
*I am not a chef, so please correct anything or add recipes. These are just my favorite ways to cook them*
Buy it from any marketplace. There is also white asparagus and purple asparagus out there. I have tried them but I have been told they maintain the same health benefits and do not vary greatly in taste.
It should be noted you can eat asparagus raw, so your cooking it to your desired consistency. I use a lot of butter which my generous metabolism allows me to, it is not required.
Steamer - steam it. duh. healthiest.
Stovetop - Cut into roughly 2" sections. saute in butter for a few minutes, rolling the asparagus around to make sure it all covered, then add about 1/4 of water and put it on low for 10-15 minutes. The tops should practically melt in your mouth.
Grill - Place whole spears on aluminum foil. Add butter sprinkle lightly with lemon pepper. Add a small amount of water, just to create a bit of a steamer effect. Close aluminum foil and place on medium heat for 10-15 minutes.
Raw - Slice it up and throw it into a salad.
And now im craving asparagus. Good thing I have three pounds of it in my fridge. I should probably have researched the effects of eating to much of it instead of this.
And it might make your piss smell. It does to some people, it doesn't to others.
It started innocently, a bundle every other week. Maybe a 1/2 cup with some rice and chicken for dinner. I had it under control, I could stop whenever I wanted too. Then I started bringing some for over to friendly cookouts. I was a social asparagus eater. I could stop whenever. Once I followed a man I had just met into an alley where he could give me asparagus. I could stop whenever, I just didn't want to yet. But last night I realized I had a problem. I cooked an entire bundle of asparagus, it filled my entire frying pan. I finished every single piece of it without saving any of it for my girlfriend. Over a pound of asparagus. My precious....
So asparagus has become a staple of my diet. 2-3 times a week, sometimes more. I always assumed it was good for me, all vegetables are right? Last night as I was lying on the floor because I couldn't muster the energy to move due to being engorged on dijon mustard and cinnamon coated chicken, rice, and over a pound of asparagus, I decided to to investigate. Heres my findings:
Nutrients
Good source - One serving of the food contains 10% to 19% of the Daily Value for a particular nutrient- Good source of vitamin B6 - involved in many aspects of macronutrient metabolism, neurotransmitter synthesis, histamine synthesis, hemoglobin synthesis and function and gene expression.
- Good source of calcium - bone health
- Good source of magnesium - transmission of nerve impulses, body temperature regulation, detoxification, energy production, and the formation of healthy bones and teeth.
- Good Source of zinc - helps maintain a healthy immune system, is needed for wound healing, helps maintain your sense of taste and smell, and is needed for DNA synthesis. Also helps sperm develop.
- Fiber
- Protein
- Vitamin A (beta carotene) - Good for eyes, bone health, skin and hair, possible acne fighting benefits. Antioxidant.
- Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) - essential for the manufacturing of collagen, necessary for tissue repair. vital for healthy immune and nervous systems because it strengthens blood vessels. May slow again and improve male fertility.
- Vitamin E - improves immune system, reduces chance of fatal heart attacks in men, protects against heart disease and cancer
- Vitamin K - promotes production factors critical to normal blood clotting. Essential for kidney functions.
- Thiamin (vit B1) - It is vital to normal functioning of the nervous system and metabolism
- Riboflavin (vit B2) - essential to energy generation, nerve development, blood cell development, and the regulation of certain hormones.
- Rutin - anti-inflammatory, improves circulation
- Niacin (vit B3) - similar to other B vitamins
- Folic Acid (Vit B9) - serves as a coenzyme during the creation of DNA.
- Iron - transports oxygen, essential for protein metabolism, tons of other stuff
- Phosphorous - aids calcium in doing its thing
- Copper - helps transport oxygen through your body, maintain hair color, and is used to make hormone. helps neutralize "free-radicals"
- Manganese - healthy bones, cartilage, and joints
- Selenium - great anti-cancer benefits
Health Benefits
1. Anti-Cancer - Selenium has shown to greatly reduce your risk of cancer. Several studies have been done, you can research if your interested. Copper also aids in neutralizing "free-radicals". High in Glutathione (GSH), an antioxidant that protects cells from toxins such as free radicals. Smoke on boys, just keep downing that asparagus.
2.Anti-Aging - rich in potassium, vitamin A, folate, and GSH. Asparagus is ranks among top of the vegetables that yield the highest anti-oxidants.
3.Reduces belly fat - asparagus has 288 milligrams of potassium per cup. Potassium is known for reducing belly fat.
4.Detox - contains high levels of the amino acid asparagine, which serves as a natural diuretic. Fiber also aids in cleaning the digestive system.
5.Heart health - reduces risk of heart disease and increases survivability of heart attacks.
6.Bone health - all sorts of goodies in there. Add a glass of whole milk and go bunch some brick walls.
Preparation
*I am not a chef, so please correct anything or add recipes. These are just my favorite ways to cook them*
Buy it from any marketplace. There is also white asparagus and purple asparagus out there. I have tried them but I have been told they maintain the same health benefits and do not vary greatly in taste.
It should be noted you can eat asparagus raw, so your cooking it to your desired consistency. I use a lot of butter which my generous metabolism allows me to, it is not required.
Steamer - steam it. duh. healthiest.
Stovetop - Cut into roughly 2" sections. saute in butter for a few minutes, rolling the asparagus around to make sure it all covered, then add about 1/4 of water and put it on low for 10-15 minutes. The tops should practically melt in your mouth.
Grill - Place whole spears on aluminum foil. Add butter sprinkle lightly with lemon pepper. Add a small amount of water, just to create a bit of a steamer effect. Close aluminum foil and place on medium heat for 10-15 minutes.
Raw - Slice it up and throw it into a salad.
And now im craving asparagus. Good thing I have three pounds of it in my fridge. I should probably have researched the effects of eating to much of it instead of this.
And it might make your piss smell. It does to some people, it doesn't to others.
God'll prolly have me on some real strict shit
No sleeping all day, no getting my dick licked
The Original Emotional Alpha
