Not just grass: It's WHEATGRASS

As we advance in our quest for knowledge about science and medicine; we are also recalling long-forgotten herbs and their benefits. Wheatgrass is one such herb that has found several new takers but its benefits and usage has been documented as early as 1900.

Wheatgrass is the young grass of the wheat plant which is a rich source of various vitamins (A, C, E), minerals (iron, calcium, magnesium), amino acids (all essential ones), enzymes, dietary fibre, and proteins.  It picks 92 of the 102 minerals in soil; the highest for any plant. The grass provides the most nutrition when consumed 11 days after planting.

Health care providers recognise various health benefits and actions of wheatgrass; however, much research is still underway to support and validate its effectiveness.

• It has been used to increase the production of haemoglobin (clinically proven), improve disorders like diabetes, improve wound healing and prevent bacterial infections. People also use it to remove medication deposits (in those on long-term medications), carcinogens, and other toxins from the body.
• Some people also use wheatgrass to prevent grey hair, reduce high blood pressure, improve digestion and lower cholesterol by blocking its absorption.
• People also use wheatgrass to treat various urinary tract disorders, including infections of the bladder, urethra, and prostate.
• Other uses include the treatment of respiratory tract diseases, like colds, coughs, bronchitis, and sore throat, etc.
• Wheatgrass contains a lot of chlorophyll (the green colour of plants which helps them in making their food). Some people think chlorophyll might fight cancer and arthritis.
• Acts as a Hunger Suppressant: Its consumption makes people less hungry.

Wheatgrass juice is a popular health drink. People believe it benefits health only when it's fresh and taken on an empty stomach immediately after extraction. However, there is no research to date that supports this assumption.

Most adults may safely consume wheatgrass in recommended amounts for up to one month, then discontinue it. A healthcare provider may then advise when to resume the dosage. However, limited research exists on the safety of long-term wheatgrass use. It might cause nausea, appetite loss and constipation in some.

Natural products are not always necessarily safe and the knowledge of their safe dosages is very important. Be sure to follow relevant directions on product labels and consult your healthcare provider before using.

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