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Asparagus

Vegetables · Stalks · per 100 g

A wholesome vegetable packed with essential vitamins, minerals, and dietary fiber. Important for digestive health and disease prevention.

Nutrient density 7.5GI Low

Macronutrients

Calories20 kcal 1% DV
Protein2.2 g 4% DV
Carbohydrates3.9 g 1% DV
Fat0.1 g 0% DV
Fiber2.1 g 8% DV
Total sugars1.9 g no %DV*
Sodium2.0 mg 0% DV

Vitamins & minerals

Vitamin A38 µg 4%
Vitamin C5.6 mg 6%
Vitamin D0.0 µg 0%
Vitamin E1.1 mg 8%
Vitamin K42 µg 35%
Thiamin B10.14 mg 12%
Riboflavin B20.14 mg 11%
Niacin B30.98 mg 6%
Vitamin B60.09 mg 5%
Folate B952 µg 13%
Vitamin B120.0 µg 0%
Calcium24 mg 2%
Iron2.1 mg 12%
Magnesium14 mg 3%
Phosphorus52 mg 4%
Potassium202 mg 4%
Zinc0.54 mg 5%
Selenium2.3 µg 4%

Common serving sizes

ServingWeight
5 spears93 g
1 cup chopped134 g

What it supports in your body

Serum Iron — Iron supports hemoglobin and oxygen transport

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Best timing around exercise

Any time — best with main meals. Avoid large servings of raw cruciferous pre-workout (gas risk)

Educational reference only. Values are per 100 g from the app's reference database; % Daily Value uses the FDA 2,000-calorie reference. Not medical or dietary advice. See our full disclaimer.
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Nutritional composition of Asparagus — FAO/INFOODS, 2023