Vitamin B7, also called biotin, is a vital part of a healthy metabolism and creating important enzymes. Biotin is often used to strengthen hair and nails, and is also called Vitamin H (for hair). Many systems benefit from biotin including the skin, nerves, digestive tract, metabolism and cells, said Dr. Sherry Ross, OB/GYN and Womenâs Health Expert at Providence Saint Johnâs Health Center in Santa Monica, California.
1 Place asparagus in a microwave-safe dish. Pour in wine, and dot with pieces of butter.  Cover loosely, and cook in the microwave on High for 3 minutes, or until bright green and tender. Allow the dish to stand 5 minutes before serving.
Steamed, Simmered or Blanched. 1  Steamed Itâs easy to cook asparagus in a steamer. Bring one inch of well-salted water to boil in a pot with a steamer insert, and place the spears in the steamer in a single layer. (If necessary, work in batches; do not pile in the asparagus or try to cook too many at a time.) Cover the pot and cook for about 3 minutes, depending upon size of spears.