Big benefits from tiny greens

What are Microgreens?

They are not sprouts. Sprouts are the babies, growing only 5 days in a medium-less container. Microgreens, well, they are the teenagers. They grow anywhere from 7-15 days and just like teenagers, they are full of energy that goes right into your body when you eat them.They are just greens that haven’t reached full maturity yet. 

Microgreens contain vitamin K, vitamin C, vitamin E, beta-carotene and other essential nutrients. And in some cases, they contain as much as 40 times more of these nutrients than fully-grown greens. Wow!

Microgreens are made from veggies that have been harvested before maturation, which is typically from 7 to 14 days after germination. The end result is a much smaller green that is one to three inches tall, with a more intense flavor and highly concentrated nutrient profile. These tiny version are packed with all of the vitamins and minerals you’d find in a full-grown plant or herb, making these a bonafide superfood! By just adding a small amount to salads, wraps, sushi, bowls, dips or smoothies it can instantly boost the nutritional value of what you are eating.

Because microgreens are high in antioxidants, they are able to combat free radicals and help to boost the immune system naturally. They are also known to be beneficial for people suffering from digestive problems such as irritable bowel syndrome. By reducing the amount of toxins in your body, microgreens provide a healthy environment for your body to function properly.

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Benefits of our Microgreen Varieties

Rambo & Daikon Radish
-Anti-inflammatory, which reduces swelling and pain in the body
-Natural diuretic, which can aid in reducing blood pressure
-Helps detoxify and cleanse the body
Nutrients: Vitamins A, B, C, E & K, folic acid, naicin

Pea Shoots
Considered the most nutritious microgreen.
Nutrients: Vitamins A, E, B1, B2, B3, B6

Sunshine Mix
Our Sunshine mix contains Chia, Broccoli, Vates Blue Scotch Curled Kale, Purple Vienna Kohlrabi, Slow Bolt Arugula & Red Acre Cabbage.
Nutrients: Vitamins A, B-complex, C, and K, antioxidants, fiber, iron, protein, potassium, copper, calcium, iron, and phosphorus

The chia plant was cultivated by the Aztecs, Mayans, Incans, and other tribes for a very long time. Originally, the word ‘chia’ meant ‘strength’ in the Mayan language and was a staple food for this culture. It was also an important plant and source for Native Americans.

They are a good source of energy, protein, fat, carbohydrates, and dietary fiber. They also contain calcium, phosphorus, potassium, sodium, zinc, and magnesium. Chia seeds are rich in vitamins C, E, and A, and B-vitamins, such as thiamin, riboflavin, and niacin. ^[4]

Chia seeds are a good source of antioxidants as well. The antioxidants present in chia seeds include flavonol glycosides, chlorogenic acid, caffeic acid, kaempferol, quercetin, myricetin, and linolenic acid. These antioxidants help to curb the levels of free radicals in the body. A study published in the Journal of American Oil Chemists Society, suggests that chia seeds also contain very high concentrations of omega-3 fatty acids, which have many health benefits. ^[5]