Description

Product Information:

Name: Asparagus Root
Scientific name: Asparagus Officinalis
Origin: Morocco
Expiration Date: Provided on the package

Description:

Asparagus, or garden asparagus, common name sparrow grass, scientific name Asparagus officinalis, is a perennial flowering plant species in the genus Asparagus. Its young shoots are used as a spring vegetable.Since asparagus often originates in maritime habitats, it thrives in soils that are too saline for normal weeds to grow.Asparagus species may be erect or climbing, most of the species are more or less woody and it is characterized by the presence of cladodes, which are leaflike organs in the axils of the true leaves. Asparagus was known in ancient Egypt as wall paintings have been found in the pyramids where they are believed to date back to around 5000 BC. In Asia Minor it is believed to have been cultivated 2000 years before the Roman era, and from the Mediterranean it spread to Northern Europe and from there to North America.

Asparagus can help with weight loss, help prevent urinary tract infections, promote reproductive health, and even be a mood booster. Asparagus is packed with nutrients, including vitamins A, C, E, K, and B6, folate, iron, copper, calcium, and protein. Plus, it’s a rich source of antioxidants.Asparagus contains also potassium, an important nutrient for keeping your heart, bones, kidneys and nerves functioning and healthy.It also contains called asparaptine, which may help improve blood flow, in turn lowering blood pressure.

Remember: Herbs are not a substitute for medicine. For their best and safe use it is better to consult your doctor.