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.
Place a strip of folded aluminum on the bottom and up the sides of the pan, extending over the edges. Bring water to a boil; add asparagus spears and cook, uncovered, until crisp-tender, 3 to 5 minutes. Use foil strips to gently lift the spears to a serving dish.Double Boiler or Percolator: To steam asparagus in an upright position, fasten the stalks into a bundle using a band of foil or string.lace a strip of folded aluminum on the bottom and up the sides of the pan, extending over the edges. Bring water to a boil; add asparagus spears and cook, uncovered, until crisp-tender, 3 to 5 minutes. Use foil strips to gently lift the spears to a serving dish.