Here at Snug Farm, we’re on a mission to improve our gut health! We’ve been inspired by gut health experts like Professor Tim Spector and the late Dr. Michael Mosley, and we’ve decided to take on the 30 plants a week challenge. It’s all about adding more diversity to what we eat in order to help our gut microbiome thrive.
Why 30 Plants?
Our gut is home to trillions of microbes, and research shows that the more diverse our gut bacteria, the better for our health and well-being and diversity…. well that is what Permaculture is all about! By eating 30 different plants each week, we’re working to boost that diversity and help our gut flourish. And guess what? It doesn’t have to be hard!
Our Journey So Far
Here at Snug Farm, we’re lucky to have access to our Permaculture productive landscape with lots of fresh, organic produce right on our doorstep. But don’t worry, you don’t need a farm to join us in this challenge! Everyone can grow something, no matter how much space you have. In Permaculture, we love to say that the problem is the solution – an opportunity to creatively turn limitations or obstacles into resources!
Easy Ways to Add Plant Diversity
If you’re wondering how to get started, here are a few simple ideas for growing your own food, no matter where you live:
- Sprouts and microgreens are easy to grow right on your kitchen bench! They’re quick, tasty, and perfect for adding extra nutrients to your meals.
- Got a sunny windowsill? Herbs like basil, mint, and parsley are great to grow indoors, and they’ll add heaps of flavor to your cooking.
- If you’ve got a small balcony or some outdoor space, try growing leafy greens in pots—lettuce, spinach, and kale are super low-maintenance and pack a nutritional punch.
Sharing the Journey
We’re sharing this challenge here on our blog to keep ourselves motivated and accountable, and we’d love for you to follow along! We’ll be posting recipes, tips, and updates on how it’s going, and we hope you’ll feel inspired to add more variety to your own meals. Whether you’re growing your own food or simply picking up more plant-based goodies from the store, it’s all about getting creative and making small changes that can lead to big benefits for your gut.
So, why not join us? Let’s grow together, one plant at a time, and give our guts the love they deserve!
