How Microgreens can help support you weight loss goals
Microgreens have a myriad of uses only limited by your imagination. The biggest benefit is there nutritional density. Microgreens have 4-40x the vitamins and minerals that the adult plant. This makes them a true superfood, complemented by their vibrant flavors. In particular there is a few of them that can help with your weight loss goals and keep you looking but more importantly feeling your best!
Lets talk about Broccoli. Broccoli Microgreens have one of highest nutrient density of any plants. The key nutrient that we are interested in for loose weight is glucoraphanin. This micro nutrient mixes with the enzyme called myrosinase naturally present in humans. Myrosinase can also be found in other microgreens. Together these two ingredients create Sulforaphane.
Sulforaphane is a very powerful antioxidant. There is 2 main things that can contribute to a larger belly: adipose tissue (fat), and inflammation. Sulforaphane destroys inflammation, improves nutrient absorption and helps to regulate appetite, improve metabolism and prevent some cancers. While cruciferous vegetables like kohlrabi, cauliflower, and kale also contain Sulforaphane, broccoli microgreens are by far the best source.
The second microgreen that can aid in weight loss is red radish. Red Radish microgreens are a great source of Anthocyanins, which are the vibrant blue, red, and purple pigments found in many plants. Anthocyanins form a group of antioxidants that helps reduce lipid accumulation in adipose tissue, helping to preventing long term fat buildup. Like other antioxidants, Anthocyanins can also help prevent type 2 diabetes, some cancers, and heart disease.
Radish Microgreens are also a great source of myrosinase as mentioned earlier. Combining radish and broccoli creates a powerful synergy to supper charge your weight loss goals. When complemented with a balanced diet and regular exercise, radish microgreens can amplify you health goals.
With the myriad benefits for overall health, there's no doubt that including Broccoli and Radish microgreens in your dietary regimen is a great step as you work towards looking and feeling your best!