Sprouting

Seeds which have been sprouted are at the peak of their nutritional value. They have dramatically increased nutrient and enzyme levels. In fact, sprouts are the most concentrated source of vitamins, minerals, amino acids (protein), and enzymes, of any known food.

• Sprouts nourish and strengthen the entire body, including the vital immune system.
• Sprouts are alkaline-producing and cleansing to the body.
• Plant proteins are the highest quality of proteins available. Sprouts are loaded with them in a form that is easy for the body to use and are low in fat, with no saturated fats or cholesterol.
• Sprouts break down complex proteins, carbohydrates and cellular walls making their nutrients more easily absorbed by the body.
• Nutrients and vitamins found only in trace amounts in the seed are multiplied during sprouting.
• They are full of vital life force energy, which they transfer to your body.

Sprouts grow quickly, only take a few days to grow, and are convenient - they can be grown indoors and don't take a lot of space. It's easy!

General instructions - jar method

• Soak 2-4 Tbs. of seeds in a clean, sterilized, wide mouth jar. Fill jar half-way with water and let sit for required time - approx. 4-6 hours for smaller seeds and up to 12 hours for larger seeds and beans.
• Cover jar with mesh screen or cheesecloth, secured with a rubber band and drain. Invert jar and prop at an angle in a bowl or on a rack. But be careful to drain thoroughly before inverting in bowl - sitting in a puddle is the most common cause of crop failure.
• Rinse twice a day. Fill jar with water, swirl and drain. Rinsing removes waste products produced by the sprouts. Set jar back, at an angle, in bowl or rack.
• Sprouts are ready in 3-6 days. Transfer to another clean jar with a lid or a resealable plastic bag and store in the refrigerator. Make sure they are well drained and fairly dry before storing. They should keep well for at least 7-10 days in the refrigerator.