Benefits of Microgreens
Nutritional Content
Microgreens have up to 40x more nutritional content than their fully mature counterparts! This includes vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and medicinal compounds. Types of nutrients vary by each microgreen type.
Microgreens have been shown to have cancer fighting polyphenols as well as aid in preventing chronic disease such as Alzheimer’s, Diabetes, and Heart Disease.
Microgreens also improve gut health by providing pre-biotic fiber which stimulates growth of beneficial microbes throughout your digestive tract. Maintaining a healthy gut is important for immunity, digestive regulation, weight maintenance, and energy levels.
Check out the specific benefits offered by each of our microgreens below:
Broccoli
Broccoli is a cruciferous vegetable whose microgreens produce a compound called sulforaphane. Benefits of sulforaphane include improving brain function, protecting skin, aiding inflammation, managing glucose levels, and can even cause tumor cell death.
Other benefits include (but are not limited to):
-High levels of vitamin A, B, C, E, and K
-Calcium, magnesium, and phosphorous
-Copper, zinc, and iron
Amaranth
Amaranth is an ancient plant that comes from the same species as spinach, quinoa, and beets. Of 25 common microgreen varieties studied, Amaranth came in the top 4 for vitamins A, C, E, and K-specifically Vitamin K, for which Amaranth has 950% of the Daily Value in 100 grams. Vitamin K aids in bone health, blood clotting, and wound healing.
Other benefits include (but are not limited to):
-Folic acid or Folate, an important vitamin for cell creation
-High in calcium, magnesium, and protein (great for vegans and vegetarians)
-Contains all 9 vital amino acids
Kale
Kale, known to originate in the eastern mediteranean and has been enjoyed for its health benefits since 2000 BC, is a member of the cabbage family and is similar to broccoli. Kale is the highest scoring food on the ANDI scale in terms of nutrient density per calorie. For people who do not like the taste or texture of fully mature Kale, these dainty microgreens are a perfect opportunity to still harness the health benefits.
Other benefits include (but are not limited to):
-High in vitamin A, K, B, and specifically C
-High in antioxidants
-Rich in fiber
Beets
Beet microgreens are sweeter and less earthy tasting than fully mature Beets. As a mild natural pain reliever, these microgreens are known for reducing stress and helping ease headaches and other body ailments.
Other benefits include (but are not limited to):
-High in vitamin C, E, and K
-High concentration of nitrates, known for helping to lower blood pressure and therefore, reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease.
-Rich in antioxidants and fiber
Basic Salad Mix
Basic Salad Mix consists of a unique blend of broccoli, kale, kohlrabi, arugala, and red cabbage microgreen seeds. This blend provides a plethora of benefits from each variety. Kohlrabi is an interesting member of this blend that provides a great source of calcium, potassium, and copper.
Other benefits include (but are not limited to):
-High in vitamin A, B, C, and E
-Rich in calcium, magnesium, niacin, and iron
-High in essential amino acids and protein
Radish
Radish microgreens are from the cruciferous family of vegetables and are known as one of the healthiest microgreen varieties. Radish microgreens have detoxifying and cleansing properties that help maintain kidney and liver health.
Other benefits include (but are not limited to):
-High in vitamin A, C, K, and specifically E
-High in essential amino acids
-Reduces inflammation and prevents chronic disease