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Asparagus: Health Benefits

What Are the Health Benefits of Asparagus?

Margaret Boyles
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Margaret Boyles

Margaret Boyles is a longtime contributor to The Old Farmer’s Almanac. She wrote for UNH Cooperative Extension, managed NH Outside, and contributes to various media covering environmental and human health issues. Read More from Margaret Boyles

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diane (not verified)

2 years 5 months ago

I cut at least two inches off the bottom, fill a glass 1/4-1/2 full with water, put asparagus in, and store in fridge. Change or add water if needed. Asparagus stays firm and fresh for a few days after purchase.

SE MN Sam (not verified)

6 years 6 months ago

Well I've never tried this long thin ground critter before but I will definitely will be purchasing some soon. Can't wait to try some on the grill ! Glade to hear the health benefits also.

Dr. Ralph (not verified)

7 years 5 months ago

Useful info. Keep it coming!

Marla (not verified)

7 years 6 months ago

Good to hear asparagus is so long-lived. I started some from seed two years ago and just spotted a spear coming up this spring that looks thick enough to harvest when it gets taller. So excited about having asparagus for the next few decades, especially after starting it from seed. It's been worth the wait.