Organic Wheat Grass
Organic Wheat Grass is the young grass of the wheat plant, Triticum aestivum. It is often consumed as a juice, powder or supplement, and is considered a superfood due to its powerful nutritional profile.
Here are some benefits of Organic Wheat Grass according to the search results:
- Antioxidant and anti-inflammatory: Wheatgrass contains antioxidants that help eliminate toxins from the body and reduce oxidative stress, which can lead to various health problems including cancer.
- Slows the growth of colon cancer and causes some cancer cells to die: In a 2015 study, it was found that wheatgrass slowed the growth of colon cancer.
- Improves the effects of chemotherapy: A 2015 review found evidence that when used alongside chemotherapy, wheatgrass may attenuate chemotherapy-related side effects such as fatigue, malabsorption, and deficiencies.
- May improve immune health: Studies suggest that wheatgrass may increase red blood cell and white blood cell counts, as well as have antiviral and anti-inflammatory properties that may help boost immunity.
- Lower cholesterol levels: Some studies have found that wheatgrass may reduce cholesterol levels in the body.
Case Studies:
- In a 2015 study, it was found that wheatgrass slowed the growth of colon cancer and caused some cancer cells to die.
- A 2020 clinical trial showed that wheatgrass may attenuate chemotherapy-related side effects and induce synergistic benefits to chemotherapy.
According to the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), one 8-gram tablespoon of organic wheatgrass powder is recommended. Wheatgrass is generally considered safe to use. However, in some cases, it may cause nausea, appetite loss, constipation, or allergies in people who are allergic to other grasses. Caution is advised when adding something new to your diet.
Sources:
- https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/320210
- https://draxe.com/nutrition/wheatgrass-benefits/
- https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7345549/
- https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26156538/
- https://health.clevelandclinic.org/is-wheatgrass-good-for-you/
- https://www.stylecraze.com/articles/benefits-of-wheatgrass-powder-for-skin-hair-and-health/
