Microgreens: A Next Generation Nutraceutical for Multiple Disease Management and Health Promotion

Microgreens are a class of superfoods that is made up of young vegetable leafy greens. These are petite, with a delicate texture consisting of one or two pairs of cotyledonous leaves and a short stem of a few centimetres, and are noted for their distinct flavours and visual culinary components. These magnificent greens are high in nutritional value since they contain more health-promoting elements than mature counterparts such as leaves, vegetables, or any other edible portions. Chronic diseases such as cardiovascular disease, cancer, and Type 2 diabetes mellitus are all on the rise in India, according to epidemiological studies. Chronic diseases can be significantly reduced by eating vegetables; unfortunately, the average daily vegetable intake is persistently lower than recommended (up to 4 and 3 cups of vegetables per day). Microgreens can be recommended as a fantastic replacement and terrific alternative to mature vegetables in tiny amounts, delivering a concentrated dose of micronutrients and vital phytocompounds. This article focuses on microgreens' nutritional and biochemical makeup, growth-related variables, and health advantages that may assist India and other developing countries to eliminate or significantly reduce the threat of chronic diseases. It can be a great prospect for commercializing microgreens and also growing them in our homestead for health benefits. Current research suggests that these microgreens could be a promising super food for lowering chronic disease risk and hence improving human health.