Do you sprout? Sprouting your own seeds is not only convenient but also beneficial. It has been around for centuries, and provides fresh, vitamin-rich food in a just a few days. Also, because they are so small, you can literally eat hundreds of sprouts at a time. Mix them up in salads or sandwiches and you wont even know they are there. They are probably one of the best raw foods you can eat!

Containing more vitamins and minerals than your average fruit or vegetable, sprouts are the best when grown from home–you get the benefit of fresh, organic food all year round. Produce from the super market loses its nutritional value the moment it is picked, whereas raw sprouts continue to acquire more vitamins even after they are harvested. In addition to vitamins and minerals, they also contain proteins and enzymes that can improve digestion and fight disease. Not to mention “400% more protein than lettuce and over 3900% more beta-carotene.”

For me, sprouting at home is like having a mini garden in my yard all year round. I love to sprout alfalfa, flax seed, arugula, broccoli, and quinoa. I put them in my salads, sandwiches, and even vegetable and fruit smoothies! You can find quick tips on how to sprout at home by searching online or browsing through a sprouting book. The benefits and meal ideas are limitless. This is why I tend to sprout seeds and beans all year round!