Mitchell and Gloria Cherny started Penn Grows to support their dog Finley after a cancer diagnosis. They were offered an expensive surgery that might extend his life by only three or four months, so they chose not to pursue it. After researching microgreens, Mitchell learned that broccoli microgreens contain sulforaphane, a naturally occurring compound studied for potential health benefits. Finley’s diet included microgreens, and he lived for another 10 months. The experience led to a microgreen farm selling antioxidant-rich mixes to the community and local chefs, along with supplements and microgreens for pets and feeder insects. They also launched Micro Glams skincare products using microgreens, including masks, toners, and face oils.
"“They offered us a super expensive surgery that might have bought him another three or four months,” Mitchell explains. “We decided that wasnt in the cards for us.”"
"After doing some research, Mitchell learned that microgreens, particularly broccoli microgreens, contain sulforaphane, a naturally occurring compound that has been studied for its potential health benefits. He began incorporating microgreens into Finleys diet, and Finley lived for another 10 months."
"That experience became the catalyst for the couple to start Penn Grows, a microgreen farm that sells antioxidant-rich microgreen mixes to the community and local chefs. They also offer supplements, as well as microgreens for pets and feeder insects."
"Most recently, the couple launched a skincare line called Micro Glams, using microgreens in products such as masks, toners, and face oils. You can visit them on socials @mircoglams"
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