As we enter into this glorious Spring season with trees and flowers blooming, we surely must also think of asparagus.  This versatile vegetable is at its peak in the springtime. When we see it in the open markets or food stores we think of Mother’s Day or May Day or other festive occasions during this time of year.

Asparagus is a member of the lily family.

It is another of Mother Nature’s gifts as it is very important to our health as we age.

• It is full of antioxidants and one of them, glutathione, is known to prevent cataracts.
• This same antioxidant is also a cancer-prevention food.
• A unique phytochemical in asparagus that produces an anti-inflammatory effect helps relieve arthritis and rheumatism.
• Vitamins A and C are found in asparagus as well.

Of course, asparagus can be found all year round in tins and in the frozen food compartment but there is nothing more delightful than choosing a bunch of asparagus in season. They are green, white and purple and are eaten simply with a mayonnaise or vinaigrette. Asparagus is even found in fancy pasta creations such as ravioli or tortellini. They can be boiled, steamed, microwaved or grilled.

Why not pick up a bunch now and prepare a favorite meal?  At the same time you will bring valuable nutrients to your body.

Grandma Nature