Part 1: How to Lose Weight with Microgreens
Weight loss isn’t just about eating less—it’s about eating smarter.
That’s where microgreens come in. As we discussed in our previous article, “Diet with Microgreens: A Natural and Tasty Weight Loss Approach,” these tiny greens are packed with essential nutrients that can help control your appetite and improve your overall diet. With microgreens, you can work towards your weight goals without compromising flavour or nutrition.
Why Microgreens Help You Lose Weight Naturally
Microgreens are a great partner for your weight loss journey because they are high in fiber.
Fiber is very important in weight management as it helps you feel full longer, slows digestion, and stabilizes blood sugar levels, preventing the insulin spikes that can lead to increased fat storage. Some fiber-rich microgreens are:
- Red buckwheat microgreens: they are gluten free and contain 40% fiber content.
- Red cabbage microgreens: contain 70% insoluble fiber and 30% soluble fiber, together support digestion and a healthy gut.
Another benefit microgreens are known for is their antioxidant properties. They help reduce inflammation, which is often linked to obesity and metabolism disorders. By lowering inflammation, microgreens can improve digestion and enhance metabolic function.
Not to be outdone, they also contribute to satiety. Their texture requires more chewing and research shows that increased chewing can help the brain register fullness, allowing you to feel satisfied with fewer calories.
And while there is no conclusive answer on which microgreens are best for weight loss, researchers from the University of Maryland conducted a nutrient study on 25 types of common microgreens. The results gave red cabbage, cilantro, garnet amaranth and green daikon radish the highest score, which we will explore further on their properties in Part 2. Don’t forget to check it out.
Extra health benefits of Microgreens
While we’ve focused on the role of microgreens in weight loss, it’s important to recognize that their benefits go far beyond getting rid of that extra weight. Thanks to their high nutritional value and diverse properties, microgreens support your overall health in multiple ways: strengthening your immune system, improving your vision, enhancing your skin health, and many more. Consuming microgreens regularly will increase your energy level and uplift your mood, which will be helpful on your weightloss journey. These benefits make microgreens an ideal long-term addition to your diet, not just for weight management, but for overall wellness and vitality.
But Are Microgreens Enough to Lose Weight?
Adding microgreens to a balanced diet is the first step forward in your healthy weight loss journey, but it’s important to understand that only regulating your nutrition and calorie intake will not do the whole job. For lasting results, microgreens should be part of a broader lifestyle including regular exercise, hydration, mindful eating habits and, if needed, guidance from healthcare professionals for recommended supplements or medication.
Are you ready to start? If you want to see a change, check our previous articles and wait for Part 2 to be released, where we will talk about the best microgreens to lose weight.
Links of interest
Diet with microgreens: a natural and tasty weight loss approach
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Twenty-five Commercially Grown Microgreens Assayed in the Nutrient Study
Microgreens—A Comprehensive Review of Bioactive Molecules and Health Benefits
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9864543
Effects of Dietary Fiber and Its Components on Metabolic Health
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC3257631
Health benefits of dietary fiber
