06/07/2019 / By Michelle Simmons
Sprouts are one of the best superfoods found in nature. They are often referred to as a complete food because they are packed with high levels of complete proteins, vitamins, minerals, enzymes, and protein. Eating sprouts cleanses the body, prevents diseases, aids in digestion, and removes gas from the stomach. What’s more is that they are easy to grow, making a great addition to your diet. (h/t ReadyNutrition.com)
Since seeds and beans are sprouted and grown in warm and humid conditions, they are also ideal for the growth of bacteria, such as Salmonella, Listeria, and E. coli, that cause foodborne illnesses. But you don’t have to worry – when you grow sprouts at home, you can control the seeds you use; the cleanliness of your sprouting jar; how much air circulation your sprouts get; who touches the seeds; and how long the sprouts stay in the jar before being rinsed. (Related: Why sprouts are the ultimate prepper food for cost-effective nutrition.)
Adding sprouts to your diet is relatively easy. You can add them to salads, sandwiches, soups, and even bread for added nutrition. But before eating the sprouts, make sure to wash them all thoroughly with filtered water. If you don’t plan on eating them right away, you may put them in a glass or plastic container and store in the refrigerator. Sprouts have a very short shelf life — only two days. Do not eat sprouts that have detached buds, are dark in color, have a musty smell, and have stem color that is not white or creamy. For these sprouts, you can compost them.
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