The active compound in asparagus, called asparagine, has a strong diuretic effect, which is why herbalists have long used asparagus to treat rheumatoid arthritis and other problems involving swelling.

The ancient Greeks used it to treat kidney and liver problems.

Asparagus is also a good choice if you suffer from PMS-related bloating, and is a top source of glutathione.
It contains two other antioxidants as well: folic acid and vitamin E.
All three are associated with reduced risk of cancer, heart disease, and age-related degenerative diseases.

Many people think that if certain foods are good, a lot is better.
This is not always the case, and high doses of certain food are actually toxic.

Read about the healthy food, research the vitamins and minerals and check with your health care provider if you are unsure about how much to eat and how much may be too much.

The best way to get the daily requirement of 13 essential vitamins is to eat a balanced diet that contains a variety of foods and take a "Standardized" (quality) multivitamin supplement.