Tuesday, 10 January 2012 13:54

Vibrant Lifestyle is a big fan of wheatgrass. A lot of people have heard of wheatgrass and know that it is good for them, but do not really know too much else. So let's go over a few interesting facts.

Wheatgrass contains high amounts of chlorophyll, amino acids, enzymes, vitamins and minerals. In addition to drinking wheatgrass juice, it can be taken in tablet or powder form. People sensitive, or allergic to wheat (usually to the gluten), have no problems with wheatgrass juice, as it contains no gluten in this form. The following is excerpt from the information that can be found on Hippocrates Health Institute (www.hippocratesinst.org/benefits-of-wheatgrass)

Benefits of Wheatgrass

1. Increases red blood-cell count and lowers blood pressure. It cleanses the blood, organs and gastrointestinal tract of debris.

2. Restores alkalinity to the blood. It can be used to relieve many internal pains, and has been used successfully to treat peptic ulcers, ulcerative colitis, constipation, diarrhea, and other complaints of the gastrointestinal tract.

3. Is a powerful detoxifier. It strengthens our cells, cleanses the liver and bloodstream, and chemically neutralizes environmental pollutants.

4. Externally applied to the skin can help eliminate itching almost immediately. Will soothe sunburned skin and act as a disinfectant.

5. Sweetens the breath and firms up and tightens gums. Just gargle with the juice.

6. Turns gray hair to its natural color again and greatly increases energy levels when consumed daily.

7. One enzyme found in wheatgrass (SOD) lessens the effects of radiation and acts as an anti-inflammatory compound that may prevent cellular damage following heart attacks or exposureto irritants.