Re: Sprouts and Sprouting

**D* <e*@aol.com>**

Hi Betty
  While sprouts are healthy please note that they should not be kept more than a day or two. E. Coli and Salmonella can easily contaminate sprouts and seed. Always use fresh seed from a known reliable source.

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On Sep 8, 2011, at 6:25 PM, "Betty Mackey" <BettyMackey@verizon.net> wrote:

> Hi! I am working on a short magazine article about growing sprouts in winter 
> as a way of growing fresh food indoors.
> 
> In my research I came across a comment that sprouts of red kidney beans are 
> toxic. Does anyone know anything about this? Are there other seeds for the 
> home sprouter to be wary of?
> 
> I am supposed to finish this item tomorrow by lunchtime. I appreciate any 
> help you can give me. You can reply on list or off -- if this is something 
> important it would be good to spread the word.
> 
> Thank you.
> 
> Betty
> 
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