Bloom
Motivating the elderly to cook with home-grown microgreens, herbs and sprouts
Many older adults struggle with finding motivation to cook, or don’t know many easy meals to cook from scratch. By growing their own produce, the user gains a sense of pride from being able to cook with food they have grown by themselves and are more likely to incorporate fresh food into their diet. As age increases, appetite can decrease - this means that nutrient-dense meals are more important than ever. Produce like microgreens and sprouts are packed full of nutrients, providing its consumer with a high amount of vitamins and minerals even in a small portion. Nature is known to have many physical and mental benefits for people. Even just a few minutes with a plant can have a positive effect on cognitive function.