Benefits of Microgreen

Scientific studies confirm that microgreens contain up to 40 times more nutrients than their fully-fledged counterparts.

These tiny powerhouses encapsulate all the benefits of the mature plant in a highly concentrated form. Depending on the species, they could contain higher levels of:

• • Iron
  • Zinc
  • Magnesium
  • Copper
  • Polyphenols
  • Antioxidants
  • Vitamin C
  • Calcium
  • Vitamin A
  • Folate
  • Protein
  • Fiber 
  • B Vitamins
  • And more besides

We’ve long known that eating more fresh vegetables keeps us healthy and is linked to reducing chronic diseases.

Heart health, especially, is of great concern, as it is the leading cause of death in the United States. Most doctors and experts agree, modifying your diet to include fresh, nutrient-dense foods is one of the best ways to support a heart-healthy lifestyle. 

Since microgreens deliver higher concentrations of beneficial antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals—without having to add a lot of extra food to your diet—they are a great way to support ongoing health.

Some of the chronic conditions microgreens can protect you from include:

• • Heart Disease: polyphenols are a type of antioxidant linked to a decreased risk of heart disease, specifically because they can potentially lower inflammatory response and “bad” cholesterol (LDL) levels. 
  • Cancer: Consuming higher levels of polyphenols and antioxidants could reduce your risk of developing certain types of cancer.
  • Diabetes: Research shows that antioxidants improved insulin response and sugar metabolization by up to 44 percent. 
  • Alzheimer’s Disease: increasing antioxidant intake could be linked to a reduced risk of Alzheimer’s disease. 

If you have impaired kidney function, either from kidney disease, chemotherapy, or an inherited genetic trait, it’s generally recommended to avoid foods rich in potassium. Fresh vegetables tend to fall into this category, so they often get relegated to the “avoid” list.

However, microgreens contain much lower potassium levels, so anybody with poor kidney function can enjoy the health benefits of microgreens without worrying about increasing potassium intake. 

Microgreens contain a high concentration of prebiotic fiber, stimulating the growth of beneficial microbes in your digestive tract. Gut health is linked to better immunity, healthy elimination, reduced risk of colorectal cancers, improved energy levels, and healthy weight maintenance.