Healthy Sprouts

Sprouts are small in appearance but are big in nutritional outcomes. They are the "seeds" of life that contain life's vitality trapped in them. They are "life" in miniature forms and have the potential to create and support life.

- DT. Shreyoshi Bhaumick Sinha

Sprouts can be used creatively in many forms. Some types of sprouts can be used as a salad that goes well with your hard drink and some types of sprouts can be used as a weight-loss food that helps you fulfill your weight-loss commitment

TYPES OF SPROUTS AND THEIR BENEFITS

1. BENGAL GRAM:

Also known as Chola or or Kala chana, Bengal gram is available in dried as well as canned form.

Benefits of Sprouted Bengal Gram

- It has a high amount of dietary fiber which reduces the risk of diabetes, coronary disease, obesity, cancer, and digestive disorders.

- Bengal gram is a rich source of vitamin B-6 or Thiamin which plays a vital role in energy metabolism and the synthesis of neurotransmitters and hormones.

- It is rich in minerals, such as phosphorus, iron, manganese, and copper, which reduce the risk of anemia, arthritis, diabetes, and osteoporosis.

2. GREEN GRAM

Also called "Mung", these species belong to the legume family and is mainly grown in India, South East Asia, and China.

Benefits of Sprouted Green Gram:

- These sprouts have a high amount of iron, fiber, and vitamins K, B, and C.

- Vitamin K prevents cardiovascular disease and maintains bone density. The vitamin also regulates bone mineralization and the process of blood clotting.

- Vitamin C is an antioxidant which preserves cell health by neutralizing the effect of free radicals. Vitamin C promotes skin health and reduces the risk of stroke, cancer, and the common cold.

- Iron promotes immune health by promoting the growth of immune cells.

3. BEAN SPROUTS

Bean sprouts are rich sources of vitamin C, proteins, and folate, and most importantly, they are low-calorie foods.