Asparagus is a pregnancy superfood – it’s one of the FIRST foods that signals the start of spring, when you see it pop up on sale at grocery stores.

Not only is it a great item to stock up on when it is on sale, it’s packed with health benefits, too! 

We are picking it up on sale at Sprouts this week, and at Fry’s starting Wednesday for less than $1 per lb!

5 Health Benefits of Asparagus

1. It’s loaded with Nutrients

From Fiber to Vitamin K, C, A and E, it has all the nutrients you need to allow insulin to transport that glucose in your body from the bloodstream to the cells.

2.  High in Antioxidants

Much like Pineapple, Asparagus has the ability to neutralize cell damaging free radicals – those same free radicals that, when NOT controlled, can contribute to a weakening of the immune system and to you getting sick.

3. It’s High in Folate & Vitamin B12

Vitamin B12 is found in fish, dairy, meat and Raw Dairy.  It helps your brain stay mentally sharp by increasing your speed and mental flexibility and deterring impairment.

4.  Contains Asparagine

This Amino Acid helps your body release excess fluid & salt, which in turn helps those with high blood pressure or heart disease. Eating asparagus also leads to a strong urinary smell – which is completely normal.  The vegetable contains a compound that gives off a smell when it is metabolized.

4.  High in Glutathione

This compound breaks down the free radicals in your body – which can be beneficial to help your body fight different types of cancers.

The BEST time of the year (at least for us in Arizona) to get Asparagus is February or March -but October is a close 2nd!

If you haven’t mastered how to freeze asparagus, it’s a great way to take advantage of a sale to help stock up on the vegetable without it going bad:

Head back & read more HERE about How to Freeze Asparagus.