It’s spring, so we thought it would be a great time to re-release the episode with our friends at Local Leaf Farm so they can remind us about the great health benies of Microgreens!SummaryIn this conversation, The partners of Local Leaf Farm share with Staci & Missy why they've pivoted to growing microgreens for their neighbors. Discover why microgreens pack 40x more nutrients, how they’re grown locally, and simple ways to add them to everyday meals for better health. https://www.localleaffarm.com/Takeaways1. Microgreens Are Extremely Nutrient DenseThey contain up to 40x the nutrients of their mature vegetable counterparts.Just 1–2 tablespoons of broccoli microgreens can equal the nutrients in 3–6 pounds of broccoli.2. They’re Easy to Eat and Add to AnythingUse them on rice bowls, salads, soups, smoothies, toast, pesto, waffles, and more.They enhance flavor and appearance without needing culinary skills.3. Microgreens Grow Fast and LocallyGrown in ~10 days.Ideal for urban environments and indoor farms like Local Leaf Farm.Their farm is literally in a repurposed Chipotle building, emphasizing creative reuse.4. Hydroponic Farming Eliminates Pesticides & Soil LimitationsThey use a closed-loop hydroponic system with filtered, nutrient-fortified water.No pesticides, herbicides, or synthetic chemicals.Controlled environments help maximize light, nutrients, and quality.5. A Call to Action: Choose DifferentlyYou can’t choose whether to eat, but you can choose what you eat.Look into where your food comes from, how long it traveled, and who grew it.If you liked today's podcast, please share us with others!Send us Fan Mail