Hormone Balance: Fermented Asparagus Spears - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1 bunch of asparagus (about 1 lb or 450g)
- 2 cloves of garlic
- 1 teaspoon of sea salt
- 2 cups of filtered water
- 1 tablespoon of whey (optional)
Instructions
- Trim the ends of the asparagus and cut them into spears that fit your jar.
- Add the garlic to the jar.
- Pack the asparagus spears into the jar.
- Dissolve the sea salt in the water to create a brine.
- Pour the brine over the asparagus, ensuring they are fully submerged.
- If using, add the whey.
- Cover the jar with a tight lid, airlock lid, or coffee filter secured with a rubber band.
- Ferment for 2 to 3 days at room temperature.
- Once the fermentation is to your liking, screw on a tight lid and move the jar to the fridge.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Asparagus.
Asparagus stands out as a superfood for managing Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS), a hormonal disorder affecting many women of reproductive age. This nutrient-dense vegetable offers a myriad of health benefits that align perfectly with the dietary needs of those managing PCOS, making it an essential addition to their diet. Rich in a variety of vitamins and minerals, asparagus is particularly high in folate, vitamins A, C, E, and K, and has significant levels of chromium—a trace mineral that enha...
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