Description
This blend contains Alfalfa, Broccoli, Flax, Sunflower and Red Clover Seeds, Soya Beans, Mung Beans, and Wheat Kernels; chosen for their health benefits for women as well as for their fantastic flavour. The Red Clover and Soybeans for instance contain Isoflavones which are reported to act like much Estrogen; a hormone which helps to regulate the reproductive tract, the urinary tract, the heart and blood vessels, bones, breasts, skin, hair, mucous membranes, pelvic muscles, and the brain. This mix also offers particular nutritional benefits for breastfeeding mothers.
Sizes: 100g, 500g or 1kg.
USES
A tasty and healthy treat
BENEFITS
Vacuum packed for total freshness
Natural and untreated
Non-GMO
ABOUT THE CONTENTS OF THIS MIX
Alfalfa(Lucerne) Botanical name: Medicago Sativa (Pea Family) also known as Lucerne in South Africa
Alfalfa is a fine, golden coloured, quick sprouting seed and probably the best know sprout in health circles. It produces a deep green leaf that has a delicious mild flavour plus great nutritional properties.
Nutritional Value:Alfalfa is very low in Saturated Fat and Cholesterol, and a good source of Protein, Vitamin E (Alpha Tocopherol), Thiamin, Riboflavin, Pantothenic Acid, Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, Phosphorus and Selenium, also a very good source of Dietary Fibre, Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Vitamin K, Vitamin B6, Folate, Potassium and Manganese.
Broccoli Botanical name: Brassica Oleracea
Broccoli is a small, dark, typical brassica seed. It has a fairly strong flavour, so good to mix with other sprouts. Broccoli Sprouts are a renowned Superfood which is reported to boost the immune system. Famous for their antioxidant content, Broccoli sprouts contain approximately 50 x the sulforaphane found in mature broccoli by weight, therefore a handful of sprouts will give you more antioxidant value that one and a half kilos of fully grown broccoli. Broccoli also has the highest Lutein, Catenoid and Beta Carotene content of all the sprouts.
Nutritional Value:Broccoli is very low in Saturated Fat and Cholesterol, is a good Protein, Vitamin E (Alpha Tocopherol), Thiamin, Riboflavin, Pantothenic Acid, Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, Phosphorus and Selenium, and a very good source of Dietary Fibre, Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Vitamin K, Vitamin B6, Folate, Potassium and Manganese.
Flax Botanical name: Linum usitatissimum also known as Linseed
Flax is a small, oval, brown seed. Flax seed is an ancient cultivated crop from Mesopotamian times, grown for its oil seeds and fibre. It's chewy seeds a re packed full of nutrients, Omega-3 fatty acids, antioxidants, minerals, and essential vitamins. I
Nutritional Value:Contains Phosphorus, Selenium, Magnesium, Fibre, Manganese, Vitamin B1, and is rich in Omega 3.
Sunflower Botanical name: Helianthus annuus
Sunflower is a de-husked, creamy grey, oval seed. They are super fast sprouters and can be eaten within 2 days, or later if you prefer more of a leaf, thereby making it an excellent choice for microgreens.
Nutritional Value:Very low in Cholesterol and Sodium. It is also a good source of Thiamin, Vitamin B6, Magnesium, Phosphorus, Copper, Manganese and Selenium, and a very good source of Vitamin E (Alpha Tocopherol).
Red Clover Botanical name: Trifolium Pratense
Red Clover is a small, oval seed, varying in colour from cream to brown. Red Clover has a similar taste to Alfalfa, being mild and green. It is very nutritious and considered especially beneficial for women
Nutritional Value:This food is low in Saturated Fat and Sodium, and very low in Cholesterol. It is also a good source of Protein, Vitamin A, Niacin and Calcium, and a very god source of Dietary Fibre, Vitamin C, Vitamin K, Thiamin, Riboflavin, Folate, Pantothenic Acid, Iron, Magnesium, Phosphorus, Zinc, Copper and Manganese.
Soybean Botanical name: Glycine Max
Soybeans are an unevenly round, soft mustard coloured seed. Although a legume, it is classed as an oilseed and not a pulse by the United Nations Food and Agricultural Organizations. High in protein and used as a vegetarian and lactose alternative for many foods, Soya has tr