Juicing For Health - Wheatgrass
Wheatgrass
Wheatgrass is one of the most popular and well known superfoods in the alternative health industry. Its no wonder either, wheatgrass has a wealth of health benefits which likely stem from its nutrient rich composure.
Wheatgrass is a rich source of vitamins, minerals, amino acids, live enzymes, chlorophyll and phyto-nutrients.
Wheatgrass can be grown fresh and juiced or bought in powder form. Usually in most cases i recommend you get from fresh food sources if possible but in the case of wheatgrass and other superfoods i have witnessed no difference between the fresh or powder. The benefits to wheatgrass powder is that you can have a supply all year round. Also some find it difficult to grow wheatgrass in regards to mold problems.
Wheatgrass Health Benefits
- Improves digestive disorders
- Good for skin conditions such as acne, eczema and psoriasis.
- Cleanses blood by removing toxins and harmful chemicals
- Increases energy and prevents fatigue
- Balances PH
- Acts as an appetite suppressant
- Prevents tooth decay
- Good for hair growth/health
- Stimulates the metabolism
- Cleanses and supports the liver
- Rich source of chlorophyll which may prevent certain cancers
- Chelates heavy metals
- Lowers blood pressure
- Good for anemia
Side Effects/Precautions
Initially when using wheatgrass fresh or powder, some may experience a cleansing/detox reaction such as nausea or die-off symptoms. If this occurs increase your water intake and lower dosage. In the unlikely event any extreme reactions occur then discontinue use and consult a doctor.
Buying Information
If you wish to purchase highest quality organic wheatgrass powder, then see below for the best sources. Not all wheatgrass powder is equal, many vendors use cheap chinese wheatgrass that is full of heavy metals and other unwanted chemicals. The vendors below we have selected due to there purity and freshness.
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