Spicy Lentil Crunch 150 G

An easy 5-day sprout. Mix of lentils, radish, alfalfa, red clover, mustard. Our first mix and still a best-seller.

Sprouted lentils vs lentils:

• Lentils contain phytic acid, which can be difficult to digest. Sprouting neutralizes the phytic acid, which means more vitamins and minerals can be absorbed by your body as they’re digested.
• When you sprout lentils, you’re actually starting the germination process, which changes the composition of the lentils. Sprouting increases the amounts of vitamins and minerals in the lentils, especially B vitamins and carotene.
• Sprouting produces Vitamin C.
• Like many legumes, lentils have sugars that create intestinal gas. Sprouting helps break down some of those sugars.

Lentil Benefits:

Organic sprouted black lentils are extremely nutritious and versatile. They are an excellent source of protein, fibre, iron, magnesium and zinc. In fact, one serving offers 12g of protein, 25% of your daily iron, and 46% of your daily fibre! They have a tender texture and subtle taste.

Radish Benefits:

Radish is another great protein source and a very good source of vitamins A, B6, C, calcium, iron, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, and zinc. It is also very high in Beta Carotene. Sprouted foods are very high in nutrients and show a variety of significant health benefits. The nutrients in the sprouts of radish seeds are quite notable, which is why they are considered to be a super food. They have high levels of vitamin C, B, A, E and K, magnesium, manganese, copper and proteins. They also possess chlorophyll, many antioxidants and organic acids. At the same time they are very low in calories.

Vitamin C is used by the body to produce carnitine, a compound that helps the body to convert fat into energy instead of storing it in the body cells, thus making radish sprouts a great supplement to lose weight.

A specialty of radish sprouts are the naturally occurring plant estrogens they contain. These are quite similar to human estrogen thus making them helpful by alleviating symptoms of menopause or fibrocystic disease.

In addition, a study in 2007 found that they contain even more glucosinolate – which is known for its anti-cancer properties – than broccoli sprouts, which are famous for this effect, making them very valuable for cancer prevention.

100 grams of radish sprouts contain a quarter of the daily recommended amount of folate, which promotes cardiovascular health.

Alfalfa Benefits:

Alfalfa seeds are a fair source of vitamin K and also contain many other nutrients, including vitamin C, copper, manganese, and folate.

Alfalfa also has a high content of bioactive plant compounds, including saponins, coumarins, flavonoids, phytosterols, phytoestrogens, and alkaloids

Alfalfa also lowers cholesterol, helps regulate blood sugar and helps with hot flashes and other menopause symptoms.

Red Clover Benefits: 

Detoxification 

Clover sprouts can get rid of numerous toxins in your body. They do so by improving liver function and helping it cleanse your blood, all the while taking the strain off of your circulatory and immune system.

Prevention of Cancer

These tiny thin strands are rich in anti-oxidants such as phytochemicals and isoflavones. These compounds have a direct link to the reduction of cancer cells forming in the body. They also slow down the spread of cancer inside our bodies by decreasing the oxidative stress.

Prevent Anemia

Anemia occurs when there aren’t enough red blood cells in your body. Anemia of iron deficiency is the result of your body not having enough iron to keep up with the production of hemoglobin, which is an integral component of the blood. Clover sprouts are rich in iron. They can take care of about five percent of your daily iron intake. Making sure that you consume iron regularly helps you prevent anemia.

Weight Loss

Obesity is a serious problem, not just for adults but also for adolescents. One way of dealing with it is going on a diet, but the key to any diet is maintaining your nutrition.

Whenever you go on a diet, the main idea is to cut down on fats and carbohydrates and increase proteins. With clover sprouts, you don’t just avoid unnecessary calories, but you can also suppress hunger for a while due to the fiber present in it.

Brain Health

The iron present in clover sprouts makes sure that you do not have to suffer from memory loss diseases like Alzheimer’s and dementia. The iron also helps with the supply of oxygen in our bloodstream.

As you may have heard before, our brain uses 20 percent of the oxygen in our blood; you can make sure that your brain functions properly by making iron-rich diets an integral part of your daily diet. One way of managing that situation is by including clover sprouts in your diet.

Skin Health

Our skin is the largest organ that we have. It keeps us protected from numerous harmful bacteria. Therefore, it only makes sense that we make sure that our protective layer is also safe and protected. These microgreens can be used to treat skin conditions like eczema and psoriasis.

It targets the inflammation of the skin that is causing these problems and gives relief from the inside. The sprout is also a good source of Vitamin C which protects your skin from sun damage and ultraviolet rays.

Good Source of Vitamins

It is very important to make sure your body is not deficient in vitamins so that it keeps functioning properly. A hundred-gram serving of clover sprouts contains 38 percent of your daily vitamin K intake along with 14 percent of vitamin C. These help lower your risk of heart disease and diabetes. Vitamin K also takes care of blood clotting inside our bodies.

Good Source of Minerals

Your body needs a variety of minerals in it to make sure that it continues to function properly. Fortunately, clover Sprouts are rich in quite a few minerals. These include calcium, iron, and phosphorus along with zinc, selenium, and magnesium. You need these minerals in your body to make sure that all your basic bodily functions continue normally.

Fights Cancer

Cancer is a scary disease; thankfully, there are ways in which you can prevent it to some extent. Clover sprouts are rich in phytochemicals, such as genistein. This particular photochemical can help in the prevention of new blood vessels forming in cancer tumors, which means that the chemical can obstruct their growth. Clover sprouts are also a rich source of isoflavones which according to studies can reduce the risk of cancer.

Fights Bone Loss and Osteoporosis

It is a condition arising from an extreme reduction in the production of bone, which results in bone brittleness. As a result of this brittleness, bones can break from anything like a fall to something as small as a sneeze. Clover sprouts are a good source of calcium and can make sure that you do not lose out on your bone density as a result of the disease.

 Helps with Hot Flashes and Menopause Symptoms in Women

The plant estrogen found in red clovers is similar to that found in humans. Including clover sprouts in your diet can help with symptoms of PMS and hot flushes. It is also a good way to deal with menopause and fibrocystic disease.

Mustard Benefits:

Mustard sprouts are packed with essential vitamins and minerals. Mustard is a powerhouse of protein and a great source of vitamins A, B6, and C, calcium, iron, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, and amino acids.

Mustard sprouts contain antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds like vitamin C and vitamin A that can help boost your immune system and protect against disease.

Mustard sprouts may help regulate blood sugar levels due to their high fiber content. Fiber slows down the absorption of glucose into the bloodstream, which can help prevent spikes in blood sugar levels. This is particularly important for people with diabetes or those who are at risk of developing the condition.

In addition to their fiber content, mustard sprouts also contain compounds called polyphenols, which have been shown to have anti-diabetic properties. Polyphenols are antioxidants that can help protect the body against oxidative stress, which can contribute to the development of diabetes. Studies have shown that consuming foods that are high in polyphenols can help improve insulin sensitivity and reduce the risk of developing type 2 diabetes.

• Days to Sprout: 4 to 5
• Soak Time: 4-6 hours
• Yield: 1 tbsp of dry seed yields approx. 2-3 cups of sprouts.
• Storage:  To prolong viability, it is best to store them in the fridge. If you store your seeds in the freezer, they’ll last indefinitely!

Sprouting Jar Directions:

Soak: Put 1-2 Tbsp. seed in a wide mouth jar with a sprouting lid. Add water, swirl, and drain. Refill jar with water and soak 4-6 hours. Drain well and invert jar at an angle on a sprouting or draining rack, or in a bowl or drain rack, making sure the jar isn't sitting in water.

Rinse: Twice a day, refill jar with cold water, swirl, and drain well.

Enjoy! Ready to eat in 5 days. Refrigerate to store. (Sprouts store best when they are fairly dry.)

Helpful tips:

• Some sprouts tend to clump together as they grow. To separate, fill the jar with water, remove the screen and stir gently with a fork during the regular rinse. Remove hulls if desired. Drain well.
• The drier they are the better sprouts keep. Be sure to let sprouts grow another half day after the final sorting rinse before storing in the fridge. Optional: put folded paper towel on top of the sprouts in the jar. Put lid on and refrigerate turned upside down. This removes excess moisture.
• If your home is very warm during the summer months, it may help to rinse the sprouts three times a day with cold water. Stir gently if clumping.
• To remove the hulls and unsprouted seeds from leafy sprouts, use a special sorting rinse. Pull sprouts out of the jar into a large bowl filled with water. Swish gently to separate the tangled roots. Most hulls will separate and rise or sink. Discard the hulls.  Collect the sprouts back to the jar with or without aid of a strainer.   Return sprouts to jar, drain, and continue sprouting for another half a day or so.