The benefits of sprouted seeds.

The germinated seed contains all the vital energy of the plant because it contains all of its embryonic cells .

Depending on the seed, some are 10 to 50 times richer in nutrients than the grain or vegetable itself!

Sprouted lentil seed contains 600 times more vitamin C than unsprouted lentils!

Sprouted seeds are exceptionally nutritious, and they also:

– facilitate digestion

-improve nutrient absorption

-positive action on the immune system

-high content of mineral salts and trace elements

-rich in enzymes, dietary fiber, vitamins, especially group B, vitamin C, D, E, K and many amino acids

– increase vitality

Here are some examples:

detoxifying sprouted seeds : radish/alfalfa/mustard/buckwheat

for the immune system : broccoli/arugula

for vitality: sunflower/fenugreek/red radish

Germination is a very simple technique.

First, soaking the seeds in filtered water after rinsing them. The soaking time is specific to each species.

The seeds are then drained and placed in a basic commercial sprouter. They must be rinsed twice a day to eliminate mold and growth-inhibiting enzymes.

The germination time for optimal consumption varies, from 3 to 4 days for alfalfa, 4 to 5 for broccoli, 1 to 3 for lentils. They can be kept for a few days in the refrigerator, after having dried them well.

Producing your own sprouted seeds is low cost, you need to count about 8 to 10 euros for a commercial sprouter, or to make yourself with a recycled glass jar. A packet of seeds costs about 6 to 8 euros. There are many tutorials on the networks, I’ll let you discover them.

For a low price and maximum benefits, treat yourself to sprouted seeds!

Aurélie BREUIL, phyto-aromatherapy advisor, natural health.