Hey there!
We are here to tell you more about why you should want the Growfers product. We all know that our parents have told us since we were children to eat our vegetables and fruit so we can grow and be strong. How important are fruits and vegetables though?
Today, we will show you some pictures of crops we are currently growing, and give you a few benefits of each!
Spinach:
Spinach is
"Low in fat and even lower in cholesterol, spinach is high in niacin and zinc, as well as protein, fiber, vitamins A, C, E and K, thiamin, vitamin B6, folate, calcium, iron, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, copper, and manganese. " (http://foodfacts.mercola.com/spinach.html)
It can protect your eyesight, help those with a low meat diet to eat enough iron and protein, and help consumers get enough fiber in their diet.
Tomatoes:
Tomatoes contain important factors like:
Lycopene
Vitamin C
Antioxidants
They can reduce risk of cancer, help even blood glucose levels for those with diabetes, and help those who consume it have healthier hair, nails and skin.
(https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/273031.php)
Kale:
Kale has been touted as a superfood in the U.S. for a few years now. Why? What's so great about kale? Well, kale has a variety of health benefits like beta-carotene, Vitamin C, Vitamin A, Vitamin K, Vitamin B6, and many more.
So what does all of that do for our bodies? It can reduce the risk of cancer, lower cholesterol, reduce obesity rates, protect eyesight, and help those who consume it reach their vitamin intake needs.
(https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/10-proven-benefits-of-kale#section10)
Peppers:
They can boost your immune system, help prevent cancer, boost eyesight, among other benefits.
(http://www.healthfitnessrevolution.com/top-10-health-benefits-of-bell-peppers/)
Thanks for reading,
Keep up the good work Growfers, your garden is looking great and your blog is well written and very informative. I for one didn't know that spinach can help those will low meat diets get the iron and protein they need. Its also nice how you cite the sources for the information you reference while getting a lot of great information into every weekly blog. I guess I always knew veggies are high in vitamins but never really knew the specifics until now, and seeing as I value my health and eyesight I'll definitely keep a good amount of vegetables in my diet.
ReplyDeleteThe blog has a great layout along with the sleek graphic designs that are on every post. The dietary information and recipes posted along with the blog posts are great touches as well. You guys really set a high standard, and I applaud you for it!
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