Organic Soy Sprouts
The soy sprouts used in Greens+ ® are germinated in unique greenhouses from specially bred, organically grown soy seeds. They are carefully harvested after 1-2 day growth, and contain an abundant array of anti-estrogenic compounds called isoflavones. One of these isoflavone components, genestein is presently being researched to determine its ability to cause cancer cells to convert to normal cells by helping them to dedifferentiate and turn less deadly.
Soy sprouts are a source of many antioxidants such as superoxide dismutase (SOD), catalase, methionine reductase and glutathione peroxidase. The primary defense against free radicals is the body’s own on-going antioxidant enzyme production. This is important since research indicates antioxidant enzymes remove free radicals 7 to 10 times faster than antioxidant vitamins and minerals. Supersprouts have the remarkable ability to enhance the body’s own production of antioxidant enzymes. According to the National Institute of Aging, the life span of man and many mammals is directly proportional to the SOD content in the heart, brain and liver. Greens+ ® contains over one pint of these solar dried “supersprouts” in each 3-teaspoon serving.
For more information on the Greens+ ingredients and their health benefits, click here: Greens+ Green Foods Guide
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