Hey Hamama Friends!
School is right around the corner and we’re here to provide some great tips on how you can incorporate microgreens in your little loved ones’ lunch boxes to boost their health.
Why microgreens?
Hey Hamama Friends!
School is right around the corner and we’re here to provide some great tips on how you can incorporate microgreens in your little loved ones’ lunch boxes to boost their health.
Why microgreens?
Are raw microgreens safe for my kids to consume?
Yes! We test all our microgreen seeds for common strains like e Coli and salmonella and of course, they must pass in order to be packaged into our Seed Quilts.
Our growing process is also specifically designed to combat this problem. The seeds are never soaking in water, unlike sprouts, but rather the Seed Quilt wicks up water from below as needed. The coconut fiber mat is great for airflow around the roots which is the best way to combat the growth of the "bad stuff"!
Microgreens are so rich in vitamins and provide nutrients for your child’s healthy development. When first introducing microgreens into your child’s diet, start with a couple of tablespoons for each serving, or about 1⁄2 cup of microgreens daily. As with full-grown veggies, much more than that could cause a slight upset stomach.
What flavors should I start with?
This largely depends on your child’s taste preference! Each of our microgreens has its unique flavor & they each taste very similar to their adult version.
Learn more detailed information for all of our microgreens here!
How to add microgreens to their lunch?
We believe that including your kids in the process of growing their own superfoods plays a big role in their desire to eat them! Get your child involved in choosing the microgreen variety, planting the Seed Quilt, watching the greens grow, harvesting them, and adding them to meals! They can sneak samples right from the tray too!
One of the best benefits of microgreens is that you can add them to quite literally any type of dish! Even with children's varying eating habits, you can ensure your children have a healthy dose of microgreens in their diet. You can use them to make salads, omelets, smoothies, juices, pizza & taco toppings, garnishes, sandwiches, soups, and even desserts to make sure that your kids get an abundance of nutrients.
Check out our blog post dedicated to lunch ideas for your kids this school year.
We want to help make sure that your kids are getting the best nutrients throughout the year! Share your favorite ways to incorporate microgreens into your child’s diet and be sure to tag us!
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