March 23, 2023

Chronic disease is a major health problem on the rise in our current society and living in this fast paced world increases the need for smarter choices to maintain a well-balanced nutritious diet. For this reason, it is a good idea to be seeking nutrient dense, energy packed, functional superfoods. One of nature’s hidden superfoods, readily available and easily accessible are organic microgreens.

Microgreens are essentially the young leaves of vegetables, herbs and grains. Due to their compact size they are highly concentrated in both taste and nutrients. Some of the microgreen varieties such as broccoli, radish and cabbage have been shown to contain at least five times more and up to forty times the nutrient content of the mature plant. One study concluded there were higher levels of vitamins A, B6, C, E, K, carotenoids and amino acids in these highly antioxidant greens. Different microgreens provide highly varying amounts of nutrients and minerals including macro and trace minerals, therefore including a mixture into your diet such as broccoli, kale, radish, cabbage (brassica), sunflower or snow pea and many more can supply a good portion of your recommended daily requirements.

Due to their high bioactive compounds, they may be beneficial for chronic disease prevention such as cancer and cardiovascular and neurodegenerative diseases by reducing inflammation, oxidative stress and its consequent damage, as well as modulating the lipid profile. Their high fat soluble vitamin content (A, E, K) makes them valuable to support an array of systems including eye, skin, bone and teeth, kidney, cardiovascular, fertility and cell health. Vitamin C is heavily involved in many metabolic functions including immune system function, hormones, neurotransmitter, collagen and carnitine synthesis. Not to mention reducing histamine release and supporting heavy metal metabolism.