A treasure trove of folic acid! Eat asparagus to prevent fat accumulation

The star nutrient for women's anti-aging and blood-replenishing is none other than folic acid. But do you know what is the best thing to eat to supplement folic acid? Asparagus may seem ordinary, but it is low in calories and rich in dietary fiber. It is also known as a "treasure trove of folic acid." Besides the well-known benefit of folic acid in improving anemia, it is also a "tough guy" in helping with weight loss. Moderate consumption can help prevent fat accumulation and achieve weight loss results.

Nutritionist Cheng Hanyu said that asparagus is a vegetable with a high folic acid content. 16 asparagus spears contain 400 micrograms (mcg) of folic acid, which is 8.3 times that of winter melon of the same weight and 5.2 times that of burdock. In addition, asparagus contains various amino acids, selenium, molybdenum, magnesium, manganese and other trace elements necessary for the human body. It has a very high nutritional value and moderate consumption has many benefits to the human body.

Asparagus folic acid helps lose weight! Low sodium and high potassium can reduce swelling

The rich folic acid in asparagus can reduce the conversion of calories into fat. The xylose oligosaccharides and water-soluble fiber it contains will combine with each other to help the growth of beneficial bacteria in the human body and help excrete excess cholesterol and fat.

In addition to the above benefits, asparagus is also a high-potassium food! Every 100 grams of it contains up to 278 mg of potassium ions. Moderate consumption helps the body excrete excess sodium, achieve a sodium-potassium balance, and help eliminate the annoying edema problem. Asparagus is also very low in calories, with 7 stalks containing only 22 calories, making it very suitable for people who are trying to lose weight.

【Fried shrimp and asparagus is low in calories and delicious】

Nutritionist Cheng Hanyu designed a "Fresh Shrimp and Asparagus" recipe that is low in calories, healthy, delicious and tasty. It adds delicious shrimps and moderately enhances the flavor with garlic, chili and lemon juice, and has a moderate sour and salty taste.

★Fried shrimp and asparagus (2 servings)

Material:

15 asparagus spears, 3 cloves of garlic, 8 shrimps, and 1 chili pepper.

Seasoning:

Canola oil, lemon juice, salt to taste, and a little black pepper.

practice:

1. Wash and cut the asparagus into sections, blanch and set aside. (If the skin and roots are old, remove them first).

2. Heat a pan with oil (a small amount), add garlic and chili and sauté until fragrant, then add shrimp and fry until golden brown.

3. Add asparagus and a small amount of water and stir-fry quickly, then add lemon juice and salt and serve.

4. Sprinkle with black pepper and it’s done.

[Nutritionist's Tips]:

Nutritionist Cheng Hanyu reminds us that asparagus is rich in folic acid. Every 16 stalks of asparagus contain 400 micrograms (mcg) of folic acid, which is the recommended daily amount for adults. Therefore, eating asparagus in moderation is indeed a good way to supplement folic acid. However, it should be noted that asparagus is a vegetable that is high in potassium and purine (mostly concentrated in the tips of the seedlings). Therefore, it is not recommended for people with potassium-restricted diets or patients with acute gout or high uric acid levels to consume it in large quantities.

In addition, in order to maintain a balanced diet, it is recommended to supplement the folic acid required by the human body. In addition to asparagus, spinach, broccoli, kale, etc. are also foods with good folic acid content.