Asparagus has amazing healing power as well as asparagus root, which is an amazing herb with considerable healing power. It is slightly warming which means it will warm your body from the inside out.
Asparagus has a bitter and mildly pungent or spicy taste to it and it nourishes and increases Kidney energy. Therefore it reduces menopause symptoms and other signs of Kidney Deficiency. It is beneficial in the treatment of diabetes too.
Asparagus benefits the Lungs by reducing phlegm and congestion in the lungs. It also aids in stopping coughing and bleeding, which includes coughing up blood tinged mucous from the lungs. If you suffer from chronic bronchitis, asparagus will help.
The Chinese have a saying that “wisdom comes from the Lungs.” As a major Lung tonic, asparagus helps supports the Lungs function in transitioning old painful experiences into wisdom. It helps the Lungs extract “Heavenly energy” from the air we breath, making us stronger, calmer and less depressed.
Asparagus is one of the top ranked fruits and vegetables for its ability to neutralise cell-damaging free radicals. This will slow the aging process and reduce inflammation.