
Microgreens and Health Benefits
They can be used as a dietary supplement and might provide a number of advantages.
Rich in nutrients
Many products made from fresh plants offer fiber, vitamins, and minerals.
These nutrients may be useful for:
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avoiding various illnesses
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managing weight
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enhancing physical and mental well-being
Similar to mature greens, microgreens frequently have higher concentrations of these nutrients. As a result, they might also lower the risk of the following illnesses:
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Alzheimer's disease: Meals high in polyphenols, such as foods high in antioxidants, may reduce the risk of developing Alzheimer's disease.
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Certain cancers: Consuming fruits and vegetables strong in antioxidants and polyphenols may help prevent several types of cancer. Microgreens high in polyphenols might produce effects that are comparable.
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Diabetes: A nutritious diet may lessen the kind of stress that interferes with cells' ability to effectively absorb sugar. In lab experiments, fenugreek microgreens were discovered to have a 25–44% increased ability to absorb sugar into cells.
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Cardiovascular Disease: Polyphenols, a class of antioxidants linked to a lower risk of heart disease, are abundant in microgreens. Microgreens may lower triglyceride and "bad" LDL cholesterol levels, according to animal research.
Benefits per plant:
Basic Salad Mix: Vitamin A, C, Calcium, Iron, Phosphorus.
Basil: Antioxidants, Vitamin K, Calcium, Magnesium, Fiber, Potassium.
Black Sunflower: Vitamin A, B, Complex B’s, D, E, Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, Potassium, Phosphorus.
Broccoli: Vitamin A, C, Calcium, Iron, Phosphorus.
Corn Shoots: Vitamin A, B, C and E, Calcium, Chlorophyll, Magnesium.
Detroit Dark Red Beets: Vitamin A, B, C, E and K, Calcium, Magnesium, Potassium, Iron, Zinc, Protein.
Kale: Antioxidants, Potassium, Calcium.
Bok Choy: Vitamin A, C, K, Calcium, Iron, Potassium, Magnesium, Zinc, Carotenes.
Speckled Peas: Vitamin A, C, Calcium, Fiber, Folic Acid, Iron.
Spiced Salad Mix: Vitamin A, Calcium, Iron, Phosphorus.
Rambo Radish: Vitamin A, B, C, E and K, Carotenes, Calcium, Folic Acid, Magnesium, Pantothenic Acid, Iron, Zinc, Phosphorus.
Red Amaranth: Vitamin K, E, and C, Calcium, Iron, Beta-Carotene.
Wheatgrass (gluten free): Vitamin A, B, C, D and K, Calcium, Iron, Potassium, Magnesium, Zinc.
Swiss Chard: Vitamin A, B, C, and E, Calcium, Iron, Potassium, Magnesium, Zinc, Protein.