Diabetic Living

Good for you

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Super low in kilojoules and carbohydra­tes, asparagus will have little effect on your blood glucose levels, but will

have a huge effect on your nutrient intake!

It contains an array of different vitamins and minerals required for good health, including vitamin C, folate, thiamine, riboflavin, niacin and potassium

(to name a few!), plus several phytochemi­cals

to help support healthy blood vessels.

Summer is the perfect time to indulge in fresh asparagus. Try one of our tasty recipes, add it to your next stir-fry or toss

through a fresh salad for a different flavour and texture. Asparagus also makes the perfect accompanim­ent

to a dip platter in place of crackers.

If you are on a blood-thinning medication and need to monitor your vitamin K intake, it may be best to keep your

portions small and check with your healthcare team.

NUTRITION INFORMATIO­N

PER 100G (approximat­ely six asparagus spears):

88kJ, protein 2.5g, total fat 0.1g (sat. fat 0g), carbs 1g, fibre 2g, sodium 2mg • Carb exchanges 0

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