THEY’RE LOW IN CALORIES

ONE of the best things about the humble sprout is its portfolio of nutrients, minerals and vitamins.

As well as fibre, each sphere packs a punch of vitamin K (which helps blood to clot), vitamin C (necessary for growth and repair) and vitamin A (good for vision and eye health).

They’re also high in folic acid, which is important for producing and maintaining red blood cells, and maganese – an essential nutrient for optimum brain health.

That means you’re keeping the nervous system in good nick and some of your body’s enzyme systems too when you serve up sprouts.

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HALF a cup (or 78g) of sprouts contains just 28 calories, which is YOU’D have to be living under a very large rock to miss the rise in veganism, and for those of us who chose not to eat fatty fish, getting enough omega-3 can be a challenge.

These fatty acids are crucial for brain health, helping to slow cognitive decline and fight against depression and anxiety.

Sprouts are a brilliant source of omega-3 fatty acids, with around 135mg of ALA (alpha-linolenic acid) in each 78g serving.

Although it’s worth noting that plant-based omega-3 is used less effectively in your body in comparison to fish and seafood, because your body needs to convert it to more active forms.

For this reason, vegans and