You know how Superman has super powers? Well, microgreens and other superfoods will (probably…maybe) help you leap a tall building in a single bound! Superfood powers (also referred to as nutritional properties) can vary from one to another, promoting health benefits such as heart health, cancer prevention, a super-boosted immune system and the reduction of inflammation and cholesterol.

Nutrient-packed superfoods come in all shapes and sizes…

• Like pumpkins? Believe it or not, pumpkins are considered a superfood. Did you know that pumpkins are not only bursting with potassium and antioxidants which can help prevent heart disease, they are rich in nutrients which can protect your eyes – reducing the risk of cataract development and macular degeneration. Time to make a pie!
• Beets are also a super way to reduce inflammation.
• That avocado toast you love is loaded with monounsaturated fats, which can help reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke.
• Berries, including blueberries, tart cherries, raspberries and cranberries, are packed full of flavonoids, which can help lower the risk of heart attacks in women.
• Dark, leafy greens, like kale, spinach, Swiss chard, arugula and microgreens, promote bone and heart health and may also help prevent cancer.
• Want to boost your immunity? You might want to whip up your favorite pasta dish tonight. Yep, garlic is a superfood and also an excellent way to reduce inflammation and keep your cardiovascular system working optimally

Those are just a few examples of superfoods, and they can all be found at the Perrine’s Produce location most convenient to you!