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Study Reveals Microgreens as Key to Nutrient Deficiencies

2/26/2025

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A staggering one in four people worldwide grapples with micronutrient deficiencies. A recent study on six microgreens—broccoli, black radish, red beet, pea, sunflower, and bean—uncovered their rich nutritional profiles. Beans topped the charts in ascorbic acid, while black radish dazzled with its potent antioxidant power, offering hope for healthier diets.

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A staggering one in four people worldwide grapples with micronutrient deficiencies. A recent study on six microgreens—broccoli, black radish, red beet, pea, sunflower, and bean—uncovered their rich nutritional profiles. Beans topped the charts in ascorbic acid, while black radish dazzled with its potent antioxidant power, offering hope for healthier diets.