#27: The 150 Healthiest Foods on Earth

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00Angela00
00Angela00 Posts: 1,077 Member
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Another day of our education of the 150 Healthiest Foods on Earth. Woo Hoo! Some of these you won't be surprised by, some you will. I'll take one out of each food group each day to mix it up a bit.

All information is from the book by jonny Bowden, Ph.D., C.N.S. "The 150 Healthiest Foods on Earth".

Day 27: Asparagus

Intro: Here's an interesting little trivia about asparagus: They're one of the only plants that have distinct male and female versions. And if you'd like a dollopp or irony with that factoid, the maile lants are skinny and the females are ... well, Rubenesque. To comound the political incorrectness, it's the fresh young lants that are the most desirable--they taste the best. On the other hand, when allowed to mature, a gorgeous fern develops. You can't eat it, but it makes one of the most beautiful hanging plants around.

* The root is used in traditional Indian medicine as a diuretic and to strengthen the female reproductive system

* The asparagus root is also believed to help develop peace of mind, a loving nature, a good memory, and a calm sperit.

* Chinese traditionalists save the best roots of the plant for thier familites and friend, believing that it will increase feelings of compassion and love.

* In India it's used to promote fertility, reduce menstrual cramping, and increase milk production in nursing mothers.

* In India, the racemosa species is used to increase sperm count and nourish the ovum

* In the Western world, asparagus has long been touted as an aphrodisiac. I was unable to find any scientific evidence for it's ability to make people amorous, but the legen remains, probably due to the vegetable's phallic shape.

* Asaragus, like most fruits and vegetables, has a very favorable ration of potassium to sodium. A cup of cooked asparagus contains a whopping 404mg of potassium, as well as 268 mcg of folate, a very important B vitamin that helps prevennt neural tube defects and helps reduce a harmful blood chemical called homocysteine

* High in vitamin K, essential for healthy clotting and for strong bones.

* Contains rutin, which helps protect blood vessels, and the anti-inflammatory, cancer-fighting flavonoid quercetin

* A cup of cooked asparagus gives you a decent 3.6 g of fiber, all for a ridiculously low number of calories (40)

* Best of all, there's serious published research showing that compounds in asparagus have antitumor activity.

* Crude saponins from asparagus inhibit the growth of human leikemia cells.

* Asaparagus is high in glutathione, one of the body's most important antioxidants

* Asparagus contains inulin, a special kind of fiber that feeds the good bacteria in your gut and helps support gastrointerstinal health

For previous posts:
ARTICHOKES: http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/57017--1-150-healthiest-foods-on-earth
OATMEAL: http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/57180--2-the-150-healthiest-foods-on-earth
BEANS: http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/57278--3-the-150-healthiest-foods-on-earth
APPLES: http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/57482--4-the-150-healthiest-foods-on-earth
ALMONDS: http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/57516--5-the-150-healthiest-foods-on-earth
EDAMAME: http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/57602--6-the-150-healthiest-foods-on-earth
BUTTER/GHEE http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/57689--7-the-150-healthiest-foods-on-earth
EGGS: http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/57791--8-the-150-healthiest-foods-on-earth
CRUSTACEA: http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/57940--9-the-150-healthiest-foods-on-earth
BEE POLLEN: http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/58069--10-the-150-healthiest-foods-on-earth
ACAI JUICE: http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/58196--11-the-150-healthiest-foods-on-earth
CARDAMOM: http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/58290--12-the-150-healthiest-foods-on-earth
ALMOND OIL: http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/58381--13-the-150-healthiest-foods-on-earth
ARUGULA: http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/58426--14-the-150-healthiest-foods-on-earth
QUINOA: http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/58555--15-the-150-healthiest-foods-on-earth
GARBANZO BEANS: http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/58671--16-the-150-healthiest-foods-on-earth
APRICOTS: http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/58800--17-the-150-healthiest-foods-on-earth
BRAZIL NUTS: http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/58921--18-the-150-healthiest-foods-on-earth
FERMENTED SOY: http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/59006--19-the-150-healthiest-foods-on-earth
CHEESE: http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/59395--20-the-150-healthiest-foods-on-earth
POULTRY: http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/59548--21-the-150-healthiest-foods-on-earth
MACKEREL: http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/60071--22-the-150-healthiest-foods-on-earth?page=1#posts-719366
CHOCOLATE: http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/60143--23-the-150-healthiest-foods-on-earth
CRANBERRY JUICE: http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/60470--24-the-150-healthiest-foods-on-earth
CINNAMON: http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/60564--25-the-150-healthiest-foods-on-earth
COFFEE: http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/60823--26-the-150-healthiest-foods-on-earth

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  • JoyousMaximus
    JoyousMaximus Posts: 9,285 Member
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    I should eat the root. I'm sure my bf would appreciate it giving me a loving nature and calm spirit . :laugh: But, I don't know how I feel about the stengthening the reproductive system... that could be bad ju-ju. :tongue:
  • 00Angela00
    00Angela00 Posts: 1,077 Member
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    I should eat the root. I'm sure my bf would appreciate it giving me a loving nature and calm spirit . :laugh: But, I don't know how I feel about the stengthening the reproductive system... that could be bad ju-ju. :tongue:

    haha, just balance it out with something that doesn't ... don't they say mountain dew kills sperm or something like that? :laugh:
  • jb_sweet_99
    jb_sweet_99 Posts: 856 Member
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    I should eat the root. I'm sure my bf would appreciate it giving me a loving nature and calm spirit . :laugh: But, I don't know how I feel about the stengthening the reproductive system... that could be bad ju-ju. :tongue:


    Haha, I was thinking the same thing...:noway:
    I love Asparagus, it's like candy to me...and I guess that's a good thing!!!
    Thanks again Angela! :flowerforyou:
  • 00Angela00
    00Angela00 Posts: 1,077 Member
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    I'm surprised they didn't mention anything about your pee ....
  • JoyousMaximus
    JoyousMaximus Posts: 9,285 Member
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    I'm surprised they didn't mention anything about your pee ....

    or other things that can be adversely effected by eating asparagus especially since it is supposed to be an aphrodisiac but that maybe too racey for the book...:tongue:
  • 00Angela00
    00Angela00 Posts: 1,077 Member
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    FYI to all 150 healthiest food followers. I'm going to be posting these mostly in the evenings.
  • ivykivy
    ivykivy Posts: 2,970 Member
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    I don't need to strengthen my female parts but I do need to peach of mind, loving nature and definetly calm spirit and compassion.
    * The root is used in traditional Indian medicine as a diuretic and to strengthen the female reproductive system

    * The asparagus root is also believed to help develop peace of mind, a loving nature, a good memory, and a calm spirit.

    * Chinese traditionalists save the best roots of the plant for thier familites and friend, believing that it will increase feelings of compassion and love.
  • Amy_B
    Amy_B Posts: 2,323 Member
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    I LOVE asparagus! We put a little EVOO, sea salt, and garlic powder on them. Roast them in the oven at 350 for 20 minutes or until slightly crispy. YUM!
  • 00Angela00
    00Angela00 Posts: 1,077 Member
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    what is EVOO?
  • katielouhoo
    katielouhoo Posts: 676 Member
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    evoo is extra virgin olive oil.

    and i love that ivykivy is looking for "peach of mind" :laugh:

    thanks for the information. I plan to look back through your posts. :bigsmile: -katie
  • 00Angela00
    00Angela00 Posts: 1,077 Member
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    evoo is extra virgin olive oil.

    and i love that ivykivy is looking for "peach of mind" :laugh:

    thanks for the information. I plan to look back through your posts. :bigsmile: -katie

    ooo, weird that it doesn't sound familiar. I'll probably notice it when I go tthe the grocery store next time and think OHH DUH! ;-)
  • jb_sweet_99
    jb_sweet_99 Posts: 856 Member
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    I forgot about these!! I was following them forever, are you thinking about picking it up again Angela? That would be great :wink:
  • 00Angela00
    00Angela00 Posts: 1,077 Member
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    I forgot about these!! I was following them forever, are you thinking about picking it up again Angela? That would be great :wink:

    just posted a new one just for you! ;-):

    http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/74093-back-again-150-healthiest-foods-on-earth-30
  • jb_sweet_99
    jb_sweet_99 Posts: 856 Member
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    Thanks Angela, You're a doll!! :bigsmile: Happy New Year! :flowerforyou:
  • 00Angela00
    00Angela00 Posts: 1,077 Member
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    don't forget today's post too! #31
  • jb_sweet_99
    jb_sweet_99 Posts: 856 Member
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    Will do :wink:
  • karissastephens
    karissastephens Posts: 324 Member
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    bump

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