Benefits of Wheatgrass – an Ultimate Health Supplement

November 25, 2011 Categories: Superfood

Wheatgrass has several health benefits. It is young wheat plant of 1 to 2 weeks of age and is widely used as health supplements. It is highly rich in vitamins, minerals, enzymes, accelerator and chlorophyll. It contains nearly each amino acid, vitamin and mineral necessary for human nutrition that makes it a complete food for us. The high chlorophyll content make it acts as a magnet in drawing out toxins from the body.

Now physicians advocate intake green leafy vegetables. Wheatgrass is an eventual way to increase dark green leafy vegetables in our diet. Its just surprising to know that just 15 pounds of wheat grass is equivalent to 350 pounds of vegetables. A 16×16 tray of wheatgrass yields about 15 to 22 ounces of juice, depending on its length.

Wheatgrass is acquirable in market in various forms like wheatgrass juice, tablets and powders. When wheatgrass reaches a height of 12 to 20cm it can be cut and then juiced. Wheatgrass is considered as an saint food to nourish the body and rid it of toxins. It is also very beneficial for those who suffer from pain and illness.

Benefits of wheatgrass

• It fights against infections and improves the body’s capability to heal wounds.

• It helps in scalp treatment for lusterless hairs.

• It helps in removing heavy metals from the body.

• It also act as a cleanser and astringent for all types of skin

• It absorbs 92 out of the known 102 minerals from the soil.

• It also helps in treating skin problems like eczema or psoriasis.

• Chlorophyll present in wheatgrass helps to improve blood sugar disorders.

• It helps in preventing tooth decay.

• It also helps in eliminating body odors.

• It helps in boosting sexual stamina. The high metal content in chlorophyll builds enzymes that restore the sex hormones.

• It aids in the prevention and fight against cancer.

• Chlorophyll in wheatgrass also helps to purify the liver.

• It stops the growth of harmful bacteria.

• It is an eventual energizer for body and mind.

• It is useful in treating constipation and keeping the bowels open.

Usually it is advocate to begin with 30mls of wheatgrass juice followed with a glass of water, for the first few days. Once we get comfortable with this we can increase the amount up to 60mls, eg 30mls twice a day. As it has a strong cleansing effect, it might make us nauseous if we begin with too much. It can also be taken by mixing it with other juices.

Disclaimer: This article is not meant to wage health advice and is for general information only. Always seek the insights of a eligible health professional before embarking on any health program.

Benefits of Wheatgrass – an Ultimate Health Supplement

Benefits of Wheatgrass – an Ultimate Health Supplement

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