You're probably thinking "Ewww, Broccoli?!?" but check out some of these
impressive statistics!
Micro Broccoli might just be your new favorite.
OVER
2x
the amount of Vitamin A of normal broccoli!*
OVER
2.2x
the amount of Vitamin E of normal broccoli!*
* Nutrient statistics are based off of a measurement of 100grams.
Sulforaphane stat linked here
Nutrition Profile - Micro Broccoli
Serving Size - 4oz
Vitamins
A - 3651.4 IU 121% DV
C - 57.8mg 64% DV
E - 27.3mg 182% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus - 78.2mg 6% DV
Copper - 0.1mg 11% DV
Magnesium - 57.8mg 13% DV
Manganese - 0.4mg 18% DV
Zinc - 0.41mg 4% DV
Continued.
Iron (Fe) - 0.75mg 4% DV
Calcium - 99.7mg 10% DV
Sodium - 58.9mg 2.5% DV
Potassium - 369.6mg 8% DV
Sulforaphane - 34mg
What is Sulforaphane?
Sulforaphane is a sulfur-based compound found in cruciferous vegetables like Micro Broccoli, Brussels sprouts, and kale. It's a phytochemical that acts as an antioxidant!
NRF2 Activation!
It stimulates the release of NRF2, which then supports over 200 genes. These genes prompt cells to create their own antioxidants to reduce oxidative stress.
Anti-inflammatory!
Research indicates that by by activating the Nrf2 pathway which helps regulate cellular responses to oxidative stress, it has potent anti-inflammatory properties!
Aids in Detoxing!
The genes released also prompt the synthesis of detoxifying proteins and enzymes. This is particularly helpful for Liver Detoxing!
Helps fight
big C!
Sulforaphane has been shown to reduce the ability of big C cells to multiply. Meaning, it blocks mutations in DNA that lead to the big C and may slow tumor growth.
HOW TO USE
Broccoli? On eggs?!?
While Micro Broccoli is most commonly used as a garnish for dishes like pasta and soups, the sky is the limit with what you can combine it with!
Microgreens are very dense.
But in a good way!
With lots of nutrients.
Phytochemicals
Yes, these are chemicals, but no there are not bad for you!
In fact, these bioactive compounds found in plants that can help prevent disease and promote health.
Antioxidants
Micros are FULL of these guys!
Antioxidants job is to get rid of Free Radicals that cause Oxidative Stress that is related to, well, pretty much everything bad.
Minerals
They can contain, *takes a deep breath
Potassium, Iron, Zinc, Magnesium, Copper, Calcium Nitrogen, Phosphorus, Sulfur, Manganese, Selenium, and Molybdenum. *breathes out
Your body needs all of these in varying amounts, and these little guys are great at helping you get them!
Vitamins
Microgreens are rich in Vitamins from A to K!
(there is no vitamin Z,
otherwise they would probably have that too)
They specifically have a lot of
Vitamin A, C, E, and K!
And that's just scratching the surface!
Of course, you can get all these from a lot of other more lame food as well, but another benefit of microgreens is their bioavailability for these nutrients.
Meaning, your body is able to digest and use these nutrients from microgreens particularly well!