Want To Improve Your Diet…Eat Wheatgrass!
What! When I first heard the word Wheatgrass, I envisioned a cow eating grass. I thought to myself, who on Earth would want to eat that? I had to find out what Wheatgrass was and what was causing all the raving. Wheatgrass is sourced from a wheat plant called Triticum aestivum. It is processed in a lab and formulated into a powder or liquid form. At the point, it can be made into supplements and foods.
History Of Wheatgrass
The use of Wheatgrass in medicine or as an everyday supplement is not a new thought. Research shows Wheatgrass to have been consumed over 5,000 years ago to cure ailment and physical diseases. In the 1940s, Charles Schnabel, brought his research to the public and cans of Wheatgrass began to be sold throughout the United States. Wheatgrass dipped down in popularity as others foods and supplements gained popularity. Recently, Wheatgrass has made a comeback within the holistic community.
Wheatgrass May Improve Your Diet
Wheatgrass is rich in vitamins and antioxidants. It is particularly high in vitamins A and E, calcium, selenium, magnesium, and Iron. One ounce of Wheatgrass juice is said to have the same content of vitamins and minerals as an ounce of fresh vegetables. Vitamin A and E are not only beneficial for eye health, but also help protect your body from free radicals.
Forms Of Wheatgrass
Wheatgrass can be found in liquid, powder, and capsules. For crafty nutritionists, the leaf form Wheatgrass can be bought and made into liquid or powder at home.
Additional Benefits Of Wheatgrass
Wheatgrass is mostly used to detoxify and cure the body. Often it is associated to alleviate common illnesses such as a cold, flu, stomach virus or fever. True believers of Wheatgrass, know that the chlorophyll in the Wheatgrass promotes circulation and can cure more serious diseases such as colitis and even cancer. Circulation is a big deal in the body; and consuming nutrient-rich Wheatgrass will also help circulation to the extremities, preventing nasty blood clots and strokes.
What Does Wheatgrass Taste Like?
It tastes like grass! What else did you think? Wheatgrass has a strong taste associated with it, a slightly odorous smell, and should be followed with a gulp of juice or some food beforehand.
Where Can I Get Wheatgrass From?
On a farm! Just kidding, you don’t have to circle acres of farmland to get Wheatgrass. Your local supermarket and health food store will carry many brands and forms of it. Smoothie restaurants now have the option to add a “shot” of Wheatgrass for some extra nutrition in your smoothie.
Give Wheatgrass a try to improve your diet. Let us know your comments and experiences eating Wheatgrass.
About the Author
Carlos Alvarez is a holistic lifestyle blogger and a dedicated gym goer. Carlos enjoys topics ranging from holistic lifestyle to healthy regimens. Carlos counts calories and exercises on a regular basis. Like Carlos’ topics? Stay tuned for additional tips & tricks on healthier living.
suchi
June 2, 2016interesting read! I have always heard of wheat grass, but never tried it!! Thanks for sharing the article!
View CommentRatisha Goyal
June 2, 2016I was like ‘Wheatgrass?! Really?!’ But, after reading this, I think this must be an intrinsic part of my diet. Never knew wheatgrass is so good for health. Thanks for sharing.
View CommentCarlos Alvarez
June 3, 2016Thank you Beth. Glad you like it.
View CommentRosie Romance
June 2, 2016I’ve never tried wheatgrass but I will look out for it next time in in the supermarket. I’m always keen to try new things.
Rosie |
View CommentBeth
June 2, 2016I’ve always wanted to try wheatgrass! You’ve given me plenty of information to decide in favor of giving it a try! Great post!
-Beth
View CommentJam and Tea
June 1, 2016Wheatgrass is a big deal at Jugo Juice! Do you have that where you live? I have had a wheatgrass shot before and it wasn’t bad. Thanks for sharing.
View CommentCarlos Alvarez
June 3, 2016Hi Jam:
We do not unfortunately – so we just make our own here at home which can be fun but challenging sometimes.
View CommentI’m glad you like wheat grass though.
Bella B (xoxoBella)
June 1, 2016I have wheatgrass about once a week at my favourite juice place. I still don’t “enjoy” it. It is a struggle for me.
View CommentBella
June 1, 2016So I always knew that wheat grass was good for you and I have incorporated it in my diet but I didn’t know a lot of this information!
View CommentTaria Shondell Faison
June 1, 2016Your post has me thisclose to trying Wheatgrass???. I may have to go ahead and give it a go… Then again, I have allergies to grass (trying really hard to make an excuse lol)
View CommentDreammerin
June 1, 2016It’s very interesting article! I didn’t know anything about this before! I need to do some research! Thanks!
View Commentalison
June 1, 2016The first time I tried it was a shot of wheatgrass at a smoothie shop and it was so disgusting! I don’t think I could even manage it down! I will have to try it mixed in with something to mask the taste because I know it is healthy for you!
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