Chlorophyll: the compound in plants that makes them green, and that is also an integral part of a plant's food production process. Also a vital nutrient for humans; has a powerful cleansing action.

Complex carbohydrates: an essential nutrient along with proteins and fats. Carbohydrates provide energy for the body's functioning.

Enzyme: a natural compound that speeds up chemical processes; in the case of sprouts and human digestion, it speeds up and improves the absorption of nutrients.

Protein: along with fats and carbohydrates, protein is an essential nutrient that provides the materials the body rebuilds itself with. Proteins consist of combinations of amino acids, and surprisingly, the human body can manufacture all of the necessary proteins from these amino acids. This makes a complete protein (from meat, for example) unnecessary for a healthful diet (for some people).

2torial #0849: Learn2 Grow Sprouts(continued) Choose and measure Here are the best choices of each type of sprout source. Best seeds: alfalfa, clover, sunflower, radish, mustard, fenugreek (spicy). Best beans: mung, lentil, garbanzo. Best nuts: almonds, filberts (hazelnuts). Best grains: wheat berries, rye. The next list indicates what amount of sprout source is appropriate. small seeds: 2-3 tablespoons (30-45 ml). medium seeds: 1/4-1/2 cup (65-125 grams). large beans and grains: 1 cup (250 g). sunflower seeds: 2 cups (500 g). Step 2