121: Spira Farms Brings Health to Your Table with Micro Greens!

121: Spira Farms Brings Health to Your Table with Micro Greens! Spira Farms founders Chris and Caitlin Borek join the Kefi Life® podcast on our first ever video episode to teach us all about microgreens. What are they? Why should we be eating them? How do they differ from sprouts? And much more! Today's Lexi:  τοπικός -Topikos - Local In Today’s Episode: Chris and Caitlyn Borek are here to spread the word about the health benefits of microgreens! Learn about the vertical farming process and why buying produce from local farms matters. Did you know eating vegetables in their microgreen stage makes them 40% more nutritious? Caitlyn shares some fun ways to incorporate microgreens into your diet - not just salads, they’re great on pizza, eggs, and smoothies too! Chris shares his journey from the tech world to vertical farming. How can we maximize the amount of nutrients we consume in our food? Which nutrient profiles can help fight and prevent disease? Caitlyn and Chris share their goal to support sustainability. “We provide plant-based packaging, use 95% less water than traditional farming, and the food doesn't have to travel 3000 miles. Oh, did we also mention indoor farming means no pesticides?” Today's Ola Kala Moment: Live to prevent disease Resources: Spira.Farm Spira Farms on Instagram (@spirafarms) Spira Farms on Facebook (@spirafarms) Credits: Music: Spiro Dussias Vocals: Zabrina Hay Graphic Designer: Susan Jackson O’Leary   🫒 Purchase the finest, yummiest extra virgin olive oil from Kalamata, Greece at the Kefi Life Shop!🫒 Please be sure to follow the Kefi L!fe podcast to ensure that you are Ola Kala in mind, body and soul! Insta: @kefilife_ For a natural and uplifting support with your health and wellness, connect with Kiki to discover the beauty of essentials oils: my.doterra.com/kefilife. This episode made possible in part by: The Law Offices of Liston & Tsantilis — Ranked #1 LTLawChicago.com This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. None of the information should be construed as medical advice. Users are encouraged to seek professional medical assistance for any significant health-related matters.

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Flourish and feel alive in mind, body and soul - the Greek way! Join radio personality Kiki Vale on Kefi Life, a podcast that will enlighten listeners to discover ways to prosper in life and seize moments. The energy and essence of our episodes is to lead you to a life where all is well- Ola Kala! Take care of the body through nutrition and movement. Cultivate the mind through thought and discussion. Nourish the soul through prayer, passion and “philotimo” – one of my favorite Greek words, and one that is uniquely Greek; it describes a way of life; the spirit of duty and doing what’s right and honorable even when difficult. Each week, Kiki will begin her episode with a logo, or word, to help harmonize your mind, body and soul. Kefi, another formidable word, bringing joy, passion & soul to the podcast, will combine with the tenets of wellness. Like a true Hellene, Kiki will share recipes, storytelling, commentary, expert interviews, all of which lean upon the knowledge and wisdom learned at the table of her Greek ancestors, philosophers and from leading doctors specializing in Integrative Medicine. Kiki is a graduate of the school of Integrative Nutrition. Tune in each week to build on a life of Ola Kala – All Is Well. NOTE: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. None of the information should be construed as medical advice. Users are encouraged to seek professional medical assistance for any significant health-related matters.