There is a family of vegetables identified as ‘Brassica’ that are particularly healthy for our bodies. Broccoli, Kale and Kohlrabi just to name a few. They contain fiber, vitamins and minerals that support bodily function. Not to mention they are mandatory to maintain the health of our gut microbiome (2 min video). Amazingly, the brassica’s support seem to have no end.

Brassica (a.k.a. cruciferous) vegetables are extremely rich in bioactive compounds such as Sulforaphane, Glucosinolates and Indole-3-carbinol. As Microgreens are up to 40X more nutritious than an adult vegetable, their abundance of these compounds is multiplied as well. Bioactive compounds only start to work when a plant is chewed up and broken down. The act of eating itself is what sets the healing in motion.

What happens when we eat Brassica Microgreens:

Cancer prevention: inhibits tumor growth, decreases production of cancer-related hormones, promotes detoxification and removes damaged cells.
Reduced inflammation: stops tissue, cell and organ damage that contribute to various diseases such as Heart Disease, Diabetes, Cancer, Arthritis and numerous others. Activates Nrf2 (a cellular defense mechanism) that then activates our genes to protect us against oxidative stress and inflammation.
Brain health: offers neuroprotective qualities aiding in the prevention of Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s.
Heart health: lowers blood pressure and cholesterol.
Liver health: aids in supporting and possibly reversing liver diseases.
Lung health: protects lung damage and improves our ability to remove toxins related to respiratory diseases.

This is a very limited list of how Brassica Microgreens can benefit our health. In addition to the bioactive compounds, fiber, vitamins and minerals; they taste SOOO delicious. My only question now is, why wouldn’t we all eat Microgreens with every meal?
Mad House Farms grows a variety of Microgreens that belong to the Brassica family.

We invite you to explore our Microgreens and find the health benefits that are right for you!

In Health-
The Micro-Managers

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How Brassica Microgreens Protect Us

Author: The Micro-Managers

A *Antioxidants	Bone health, Eyesight, Growth and Development, Heart function, Immune system, Lung function, Organ function, Reproductive health, Skin health.
B Vitamins (family) Biotin, Choline, Folate/Folic acid, Niacin, Pantothenic acid, Riboflavin, Thiamin	Anemia prevention, Cardiovascular health, Digestive health, Essential for red blood cells, Hormone balance, Immune system, Mood regulation, Nervous system, Skin health, Sleep health, Stress reduction. *Vitamin B deficiency can lead to physical and neurological problems.
C *Antioxidants	Aids in iron absorption and prevents anemia, Bone health, Boosts collagen, Brain health, Cancer prevention, Cardiovascular health, Cartilage health, Eye health, Immune system, Reduces likeliness of colds, Reduces the risk of heart disease, Skin health, Stress reduction, Wound healing.
D	Bone health, Brain health, Cardiovascular health, Immune system, Muscle function, Regulates phosphate in body responsible for healthy teeth and muscles.
E *Antioxidants	Eyesight, Hair health, Immune system, Lowers risk of cancer, Maintains healthy blood, brain and skin, Prevents inflammation, Reproductive health,
K	Bone health, Cognitive function, Heart health, Immune system support, Skin health, Supports blood clotting. *Vitamin K deficiency can increase risk of osteoporosis and heart disease.

Calcium	Blood clotting, Blood vessel function, Bone and teeth formation, Hormone secretion, Muscle contraction, Supports nervous system function.
Calcium Chloride	Converts food into energy, Supports digestion, Supports fluid balance and acid-base balance in body, Supports nervous system function.
Chromium	Metabolizes proteins, carbohydrates and fat, Supports insulin function,
Copper *Antioxidants	Collagen and connective tissue formation, Energy production, Iron metabolism, Supports bone formation, Supports nervous system function.
Iodine	Growth and development, Metabolism, Reproductive health, Thyroid hormone production.
Iron	Energy production, Growth and development, Immune function, Red blood cell formation, Reproductive health, Wound healing.
Magnesium	Bone formation, Blood pressure regulation, Blood sugar regulation, Energy production, Hormone secretion, Immune function, Muscle contraction, Nervous system function, Normal heart rhythm, Protein formation.
Manganese	Cartilage and bone formation, Metabolizes carbohydrates, protein and cholesterol, Wound healing.
Molybdenum	Enzyme production.
Phosphorus	Acid-base balance, Bone formation, Energy production and storage, Hormone activation.
Potassium	Blood pressure regulation, Carbohydrate metabolism, Fluid balance, Growth and development, Heart function, Muscle contraction, Nervous system function, Protein formation.
Selenium *Antioxidants	Immune function, Reproductive health, Thyroid function.
Sodium	Acid-base balance, Blood pressure regulation, Fluid balance, Muscle contraction, Nervous system function.
Zinc	Growth and development, Immune function, Nervous system function, Protein formation, Reproductive health, Taste and smell, Wound healing.