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Botanical name: Asparagus officinalis
Family Asparagaceae
Botany
Vegetable and medicinal herb
Therapeutic actions
Anti-cancer: prevents cellular mutations
Anti-inflammatory: alleviate inflammation throughout the body
Anti-spasmodic: prevents and eases spasms and relieves cramps
Cardiac: stimulating effect on the heart
Diaphoretic: promotes perspiration
Powerful Diuretic: increases the secretion and expulsion of urine
Sedative: reduces nervousness, distress, or agitation
Tonic: strengthens and improves bodily performance
Laxative: aids bowel evacuation