When exploring the raw foods lifestyle, check out these versatile and tasty sprouted options from our bulk department.

Mung beans  As sprouts, these slightly sweet gems supply a good dose of vitamin K (important for bone health) and vitamin C (a must for a strong immune system.)

Quinoa  Eaten as a cooked grain or sprouted, quinoa supplies powerful phytonutrients called flavonoids that help calm inflammation-related damage to body cells that may help lower risk for heart disease.

Lentils  This bean is a super source of soluble fiber (over 30% in half-cup cooked) and the B-vitamin folate that boosts heart health.

Mother Nature packs super nutrition inside of seeds, giving the soon-to-be emerging seedling a kick-start of crucial nutrients. And when whole grains and beans do sprout, these kernels come “alive” and release additional nutrients such as vitamin C and beta-carotene. And in just one day of sprouting, the level of soluble fibers (the type that helps curb appetite and lowers blood cholesterol) goes up two-fold in most sprouting grains and beans. Mung beans, quinoa, and lentils are just few “super” seeds that can be eaten as sprouts. - Dr Liz Applegate