Asparagus is good for you, as the nutritional value, below, shows.

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Asparagus is:

• low in calories
• free from fat or cholesterol
• very low in sodium (salt).

Asparagus is a good source of:

• folic acid - vitamin B9 - important in pregnancy
• potassium
• dietary fibre
• rutin - a bioflavinoid with antioxidant properties
• asparagine - an amino acid which benefits the nervous system

Asparagus Calories and Nutrition per Serving (1 Serving=1oz/28g)

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