{"id":40645,"date":"2022-01-25T22:37:41","date_gmt":"2022-01-25T22:37:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/?p=40645"},"modified":"2024-12-16T08:35:01","modified_gmt":"2024-12-16T08:35:01","slug":"microgreens-benefits","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/microgreens-benefits\/","title":{"rendered":"Microgreens Benefits, Nutrition, Side Effects, And How To Grow Them"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/microgreens-benefits\/#Get_your_personalized\" >Get your personalized<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/microgreens-benefits\/#What_Are_Microgreens\" >What Are Microgreens?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/microgreens-benefits\/#Different_Types_Of_Microgreens\" >Different Types Of Microgreens<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/microgreens-benefits\/#Nutritional_Value_Of_Microgreens\" >Nutritional Value Of Microgreens<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/microgreens-benefits\/#Health_Benefits_Of_Microgreens\" >Health Benefits Of Microgreens<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/microgreens-benefits\/#Protection_From_Heart_Disease\" >Protection From Heart Disease<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/microgreens-benefits\/#Protection_From_Cancer\" >Protection From Cancer<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/microgreens-benefits\/#Slows_Aging_Processes\" >Slows Aging Processes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/microgreens-benefits\/#Protects_from_Alzheimers_Disease\" >Protects from Alzheimer&#8217;s Disease<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/microgreens-benefits\/#Improve_Digestion\" >Improve Digestion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/microgreens-benefits\/#Saves_Eyesight\" >Saves Eyesight<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/microgreens-benefits\/#Prevents_Anemia\" >Prevents Anemia<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/microgreens-benefits\/#Boosts_Energy\" >Boosts Energy<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/microgreens-benefits\/#Reduces_PMS_Symptoms\" >Reduces PMS Symptoms<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/microgreens-benefits\/#Improves_Skin_Hair_Health\" >Improves Skin &amp; Hair Health<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/microgreens-benefits\/#Promotes_Weight_Loss\" >Promotes Weight Loss<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/microgreens-benefits\/#Side_Effects_Of_Microgreens\" >Side Effects Of Microgreens<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/microgreens-benefits\/#How_To_Grow_Microgreens\" >How To Grow Microgreens<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/microgreens-benefits\/#How_Do_You_Use_Microgreens\" >How Do You Use Microgreens?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/microgreens-benefits\/#The_Bottom_Line\" >The Bottom Line<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Micro herbs, vegetable confetti, or simply microgreens. These wondrous little herb plants \u2013 all of which are harvested at around 10 days old \u2013 have gained popularity over the past few decades as people look for ways to add more vegetables and herbs to their diet. These mini, edible plants offer a concentrated level of nutrients that many other greens just don&#8217;t have. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They make a perfect garnish for almost any dish and can be eaten alone as a snack or salad. You don&#8217;t have to fuss over them much at all either! Perfect for the casual gardener who doesn&#8217;t want too much hassle in their life. So what are microgreens benefits and why should you consider having them in your diet? This article will explore all that and more. So let&#8217;s get started!<\/span><\/p>\n\n    <section class=\"ad-single-wrapper\">\n        <div class=\"ad-single-text ad-title-wrapper\">\n            <h3 class=\"ad-single-title\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Get_your_personalized\"><\/span>Get your personalized<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n            <span class=\"ad-single-sub-title color-green\">\n                <svg class=\"icon-sparkle\" width=\"36\" height=\"21\" viewBox=\"0 0 36 21\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n                    <path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\"\n                          d=\"M34.6837 0.515943C34.8247 0.835947 34.9421 1.16291 34.9891 1.48987C35.1417 2.64466 35.3179 6.51949 35.2592 7.29863C35.2592 7.53515 35.1887 7.7995 35.0243 8.01516C34.7307 8.39777 33.9791 8.4256 33.5681 8.07081C33.4154 7.94559 33.3215 7.77863 33.2745 7.61863C33.1453 7.15254 33.0396 6.68645 32.9809 6.22035C32.8165 4.81512 32.6638 3.40293 32.5581 1.9977C32.5229 1.53161 32.6051 1.05856 32.6991 0.592466C32.7695 0.244637 33.251 -0.0197144 33.6973 0.00115537C34.2257 0.0289818 34.5546 0.230723 34.6837 0.515943ZM18.6184 9.78225C18.5734 9.67557 18.5344 9.57528 18.4971 9.47956C18.4178 9.27568 18.3465 9.09257 18.2426 8.91267C16.7159 6.24133 14.2615 3.86217 11.4665 1.60128C11.1377 1.33693 10.7267 1.08649 10.2687 0.919531C10.0221 0.829095 9.52885 0.843009 9.247 0.933445C9.03562 1.00301 8.88295 1.27432 8.92992 1.42736C9.01213 1.71954 9.18828 2.01868 9.4349 2.28303C11.0555 4.02913 12.6879 5.76829 14.3437 7.50048C14.8308 8.0068 15.3395 8.50887 15.8473 9.01L15.8473 9.01001C15.9883 9.14921 16.1293 9.28833 16.2697 9.42746C16.4811 9.64311 16.7159 9.85181 16.9626 10.0466C17.2327 10.2692 17.6437 10.4014 18.0547 10.2553C18.0691 10.2501 18.0836 10.245 18.0981 10.2399C18.1097 10.2358 18.1213 10.2318 18.1329 10.2278C18.3785 10.1424 18.6184 10.0589 18.6184 9.78225ZM1.98942 20.1407C2.17783 20.1221 2.37674 20.105 2.58175 20.0875C2.99012 20.0525 3.42272 20.0154 3.84492 19.9598C6.34632 19.6259 8.84771 19.292 11.3374 18.9442C11.8776 18.8676 12.406 18.7355 12.8875 18.5824C13.5334 18.3807 13.7566 18.0954 13.6509 17.7824C13.5452 17.4694 13.1224 17.2746 12.3826 17.2676C11.8776 17.2607 11.3374 17.2676 10.8559 17.3372C7.69683 17.8102 4.5378 18.2972 1.3905 18.7911C1.03819 18.8468 0.674137 18.9442 0.404034 19.0833C-0.2771 19.4242 -0.065712 19.9598 0.803314 20.092C1.01858 20.1228 1.25262 20.1258 1.51135 20.1291C1.66195 20.131 1.82092 20.133 1.98942 20.1407Z\"\n                          fill=\"#17B991\"\/>\n                <\/svg>\n               meal plan!\n            <\/span>\n        <\/div>\n    \n        <div class=\"ad-single-text ad-desc-wrapper\">\n            <p class=\"ad-single-desc\">What's your main health goal?<\/p>\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Microgreens_Benefits\" class=\"btn-ad btn-green\">Lose weight<\/a>\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Microgreens_Benefits\" class=\"btn-ad btn-green\">Feel great<\/a>\n        <\/div>\n        <img class=\"ad-single-img\" alt=\"health-food\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"395\" height=\"383\" src=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/themes\/gridlove-child\/assets\/img\/ad\/health-food.webp\">\n    <\/section>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_Microgreens\"><\/span><strong>What Are Microgreens?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Microgreens are essentially very young versions of common <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/collard-greens-calories-benefits-side-effects\/\">vegetables<\/a> like <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/cabbage-juice-benefits\/\">cabbage<\/a>, mustard greens, <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-kale-smoothie\/\">kale<\/a>, spinach and broccoli. These plants usually germinate in soil or in a pot with their first set of leaves unfurling in 14 days or less. They are typically harvested before they are 3 weeks old.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most people confuse microgreens with <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/green-leafy-vegetables\/\">sprouts<\/a>, but there is a considerable difference between these two <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-super-greens\/\">plants<\/a>. Sprouts have a much shorter growing cycle of 2-7 days. Microgreens on the other hand are harvested 7-21 days after germination after the plant&#8217;s first true leaves have emerged.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Different_Types_Of_Microgreens\"><\/span><strong>Different Types Of Microgreens<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Microgreens can be grown from many different types of seeds. Some of the most common are sunflower, buckwheat, alfalfa, broccoli, clover and radish. These seeds can be purchased at your local garden center or online. Popular types of microgreens usually have lots of color variations including purple, green, yellow-green and bronze.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Nutritional_Value_Of_Microgreens\"><\/span><strong>Nutritional Value Of Microgreens<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let&#8217;s get to the good stuff right away \u2013 the most important thing about microgreens is that they offer a high concentration of vitamins and minerals due to their short growth cycle. A serving size of around 2 tablespoons contains as much as 9 times the nutritional value of a mature plant or a full-grown vegetable.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some of the most important vitamins, minerals and antioxidants found in microgreens include lycopene, lutein, zeaxanthin, beta-carotene and sulforaphane \u2013 all of which contribute towards a healthy immune system and help fight against chronic disease (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/pii\/S2772566921000057\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They are also rich in potassium, iron, zinc, magnesium and copper (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/pii\/S2772566921000057\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). The exact nutritional profile varies from one particular microgreen to the other.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The microgreens with the most nutritional value include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Mustard greens <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2013 these plants have lots of vitamin A, C and K along with folate and iron. They also offer a source of omega-3 fatty acids which is good news for your heart.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Alfalfa<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 these tiny green plants are packed with calcium, potassium and vitamin A. They also contain tons of antioxidants like zeaxanthin &amp; lutein which help the eyes stay healthy.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Broccoli<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 among microgreens, broccoli offers some of the highest amounts of calcium out there while still delivering vitamins A and K which keep your bones strong.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Radish<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 these spicy veggies are high in vitamin C and B6, as well as calcium and magnesium \u2013 all essential for a healthy immune system.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Read More:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/collard-greens-calories\/\">Collard Greens Calories, Benefits, And Side Effects<\/a><\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Microgreens_Benefits\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-42170 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-5868-1024x576.png\" alt=\"microgreens benefits\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-5868.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-5868-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-5868.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-5868-1636x920.png 1636w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-5868.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Health_Benefits_Of_Microgreens\"><\/span><strong>Health Benefits Of Microgreens<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eating vegetables in general is <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/green-smoothies-for-weight-loss\/\">good for your health<\/a>. However, microgreens pack an extra punch because they contain more concentration of beneficial nutrients. Although the number of studies directly measuring the effect of microgreens on certain medical conditions is limited, and none could be found in humans, knowing their nutritional content can help draw specific conclusions about the potential of microgreens. They provide a number of possible health benefits, including:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Protection_From_Heart_Disease\"><\/span><strong>Protection From Heart Disease<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Microgreens are a rich source of polyphenols, a group of powerful plant compounds that help fight high blood pressure, high cholesterol and obesity (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/pii\/S2772566921000057\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Protection_From_Cancer\"><\/span><strong>Protection From Cancer<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The high concentration of sulforaphane contained in microgreens has the potential to protect cells from oxidative damage which is one key contributor to cancer. In addition to this, microgreens also contain large amounts of carotenoids \u2013 another group of antioxidants which may help fight against cancer (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/pii\/S2772566921000057\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">On top of this, the high levels of calcium and magnesium found in microgreens help keep bones strong, possibly reducing your risk of developing osteoporosis (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/pii\/S2772566921000057\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Slows_Aging_Processes\"><\/span><strong>Slows Aging Processes<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Over time, free radicals cause damage to the cells in our body which can lead to premature aging. As mentioned above, microgreens are packed full of antioxidants which help fight free radicals, thus possibly slowing down the aging process (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3749699\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Microgreens_Benefits\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-42169 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-5866.png\" alt=\"BetterMe\" width=\"960\" height=\"540\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-5866.png 960w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-5866-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-5866.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Protects_from_Alzheimers_Disease\"><\/span><strong>Protects from Alzheimer&#8217;s Disease<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The high levels of vitamin B, folate and choline in microgreens are believed to help slow down cognitive decline (especially when combined with regular exercise).This makes them perfect for elderly people who want to fight back against Alzheimer&#8217;s disease (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/25312617\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Improve_Digestion\"><\/span><strong>Improve Digestion<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As green leafy vegetables contain high amounts of fiber, they also help keep your digestive system healthy and working properly. This in turn helps prevent bloating, constipation and other related problems (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/pii\/S2772566921000057\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Furthermore, the anti-inflammatory properties in microgreens could help relieve symptoms of constipation, diarrhea and inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/pii\/S2772566921000057\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Saves_Eyesight\"><\/span><strong>Saves Eyesight<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eating microgreens that are rich in beta-carotene and other carotenoids may help reduce your risk of developing age-related macular degeneration (AMD) (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/pii\/S2772566921000057\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>If you wish to free yourself from all the extra pounds that have been weighting you down for way too long, <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Microgreens_Benefits\">start using the BetterMe app<\/a> and overhaul your entire life!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Microgreens_Benefits\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-42168 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-5865.png\" alt=\"microgreens benefits\" width=\"960\" height=\"540\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-5865.png 960w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-5865-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-5865.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Prevents_Anemia\"><\/span><strong>Prevents Anemia<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The iron content in microgreens is a great way to help prevent anemia, especially the type caused by iron deficiency (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/pii\/S2772566921000057\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Boosts_Energy\"><\/span><strong>Boosts Energy<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Microgreens are a great source of antioxidants, B-vitamins and omega-3 fatty acids which fight stress and help the body turn food into usable energy (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/pii\/S2772566921000057\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Reduces_PMS_Symptoms\"><\/span><strong>Reduces PMS Symptoms<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The high levels of calcium and magnesium in microgreens might help manage the symptoms of hormonal fluctuations that come with premenstrual syndrome (PMS) (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/women\/pms\/supplements-help-with-pms\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Improves_Skin_Hair_Health\"><\/span><strong>Improves Skin &amp; Hair Health<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">By eating a diet rich in vitamins and antioxidants, you can potentially improve your skin health and reduce the appearance of wrinkles. Microgreens can help you increase your intake of these beneficial nutrients.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Promotes_Weight_Loss\"><\/span><strong>Promotes Weight Loss<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Though not proven (yet), it&#8217;s said that eating microgreens helps promote weight loss because they make you feel fuller for longer. The same can be said of all vegetables, fruits, and other high fiber foods such as whole grains and legumes.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Read More:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/mustard-greens-benefits\/\">Mustard Greens Benefits, Nutrition Facts, Side Effects, And Meal Ideas<\/a><\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Microgreens_Benefits\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-42165 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-5867.png\" alt=\"microgreens benefits\" width=\"960\" height=\"540\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-5867.png 960w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-5867-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-5867.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Side_Effects_Of_Microgreens\"><\/span><strong>Side Effects Of Microgreens<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Generally, microgreens offer more benefits than side effects. In fact, the only side effect of microgreens to be aware of is the risk of contamination based on the growing conditions.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Since <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/is-spinach-good-for-weight-loss\/\">microgreens<\/a> can be grown in your home and garden, they&#8217;re a great way to help you eat healthily and save money. But if you do decide to grow them yourself, there&#8217;s one important thing you must keep in mind:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Since microgreens are grown in an unsterilized medium, the risk of getting sick is higher than with other <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/endive-benefits\/\">vegetables<\/a>. To avoid this, always cut them above the soil line, not below it. Furthermore, make sure to wash them thoroughly since there may be soil particles left on the plants.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition to this, you should always check how they&#8217;re grown and try your best to mimic that because different growing conditions can cause a wide range of side effects in microgreens. For example, growth mediums such as contaminated soil and gravel can cause toxins to accumulate in the plants.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">People allergic to the plant from which microgreen seed is derived may experience an allergic reaction to the microgreens. For example, if you have a sunflower allergy you&#8217;ll probably be allergic to sunflower microgreens.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Microgreens_Benefits\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-42167 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-5864.png\" alt=\"microgreens benefits\" width=\"960\" height=\"540\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-5864.png 960w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-5864-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-5864.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_To_Grow_Microgreens\"><\/span><strong>How To Grow Microgreens<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Growing microgreens is incredibly easy, especially when compared to many other plants out there. Seeds can be sown either indoors or outdoors depending on your climate. They can be grown in a flat filled with soil, a deep pot, a recycled plastic container or right on top of your kitchen counter!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fill your container with high-quality, organic potting mix and plant seeds about 1\/4 of an inch apart. Be sure to water regularly but not too much \u2013 water until it seeps out the bottom and then let it drain.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Check your seeds every day and make sure they get enough light. Most microgreens can be harvested after 7-14 days depending on what you&#8217;re growing. They should only be cut at the stem&#8217;s base before their leaves unfurl completely.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can use a pair of scissors or kitchen shears to snip the greens off right above the soil. Remember, you can cut them when they&#8217;re small and tender so don&#8217;t worry about hurting your plants!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Yanking yourself back in shape has never been so easy with our game-changing fitness app! <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Microgreens_Benefits\">Start transforming your life with BetterMe<\/a>!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Microgreens_Benefits\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-42166 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-5869-1024x576.png\" alt=\"microgreens benefits\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-5869.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-5869-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-5869.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-5869-1636x920.png 1636w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-5869.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Do_You_Use_Microgreens\"><\/span><strong>How Do You Use Microgreens?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Microgreens may be tiny but that doesn&#8217;t mean there&#8217;s no way to enjoy them! These plants are typically eaten:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Raw In Salads<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; they taste great in salads along with a vinaigrette dressing<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Blended Into Soups<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; getting a simple vegetable soup to the next level is easy by adding a handful of fresh microgreens<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Added To Sandwiches<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; add some extra nutrition and crunch to any sandwich with a couple leaves of microgreen.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Juiced In Smoothies<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; add an extra punch of vitamins and minerals to any smoothie by adding some microgreens. Their flavor works really well with green juices, especially when you mix them with apples or carrots.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Saut\u00e9ed<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; microgreens can also be saut\u00e9ed and added to pastas, omelets and rice dishes for an extra flavor boost.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Bottom_Line\"><\/span><strong>The Bottom Line<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Microgreens are a unique addition to any diet and they don&#8217;t require lots of space or special equipment. They&#8217;re easy to grow, highly nutritious and have tiny flavors that pack big punches. When it comes to microgreens, the possibilities are endless so try them out today!<\/span><\/p>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Microgreens_Benefits\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-2.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Micro herbs, vegetable confetti, or simply microgreens. These wondrous little herb plants \u2013 all of which are harvested at around 10 days old \u2013 have gained popularity over the past few decades as people look for ways to add more vegetables and herbs to their diet. These mini, edible plants offer a concentrated level of [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":41,"featured_media":40650,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[2],"tags":[],"coauthors":[122,87],"class_list":["post-40645","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-nutrition"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v20.2.1 (Yoast SEO v25.4) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Microgreens Benefits, Nutrition, Side Effects, And How To Grow Them - BetterMe<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Do you know that microgreens benefits make them a widely preferred nutritional food? 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These wondrous little herb plants \u2013 all of which are harvested at around 10 days old \u2013 have gained popularity over the past few decades as people look for ways to add more vegetables and herbs to their diet. These mini, edible plants offer a concentrated level of nutrients that many other greens just don't have. <\/span><span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">They make a perfect garnish for almost any dish and can be eaten alone as a snack or salad. You don't have to fuss over them much at all either! Perfect for the casual gardener who doesn't want too much hassle in their life. So what are microgreens benefits and why should you consider having them in your diet? This article will explore all that and more. So let's get started!<\/span>\\r\\n\\r\\n\\r\\n<h2 style=\\\"text-align: center;\\\"><strong>What Are Microgreens?<\/strong><\/h2>\\r\\n<span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">Microgreens are essentially very young versions of common <a href=\\\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/collard-greens-calories-benefits-side-effects\/\\\">vegetables<\/a> like <a href=\\\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/cabbage-juice-benefits\/\\\">cabbage<\/a>, mustard greens, <a href=\\\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-kale-smoothie\/\\\">kale<\/a>, spinach and broccoli. These plants usually germinate in soil or in a pot with their first set of leaves unfurling in 14 days or less. They are typically harvested before they are 3 weeks old.<\/span>\\r\\n\\r\\n<span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">Most people confuse microgreens with <a href=\\\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/green-leafy-vegetables\/\\\">sprouts<\/a>, but there is a considerable difference between these two <a href=\\\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-super-greens\/\\\">plants<\/a>. Sprouts have a much shorter growing cycle of 2-7 days. 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These wondrous little herb plants \u2013 all of which are harvested at around 10 days old \u2013 have gained popularity over the past few decades as people look for ways to add more vegetables and herbs to their diet. These mini, edible plants offer a concentrated level of nutrients that many other greens just don't have. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They make a perfect garnish for almost any dish and can be eaten alone as a snack or salad. You don't have to fuss over them much at all either! Perfect for the casual gardener who doesn't want too much hassle in their life. So what are microgreens benefits and why should you consider having them in your diet? This article will explore all that and more. 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