Wheatgrass, so much to do about wisdom! And, yes, it’s gluten-free! How you might ask? Because it’s harvested or extracted from wheatgrass sprouts before the wheat seed or “berry” which is used in flour. It belongs to a young grass family of the wheat plants. It looks like hay or straw due to its thick, dry grass structure but has a bright green color. Mainly it is used as natural and holistic medicine and is packed with a powerful combination of nutrients that make it extremely useful to your health. Previously farmers used to grow wheatgrass for animals to eat but recently it has become popular within many natural herbal supplements or added to your smoothie’s as a superfood. This herb or grass as it were... is harvested at the beginning of its development before it reaches full size. Some call wheat “green blood” because it contains high levels of chlorophyll. This herbal grass contains very few calories but is rich in vitamins, proteins, minerals, and enzymes. The proteins and antioxidants help in preventing diseases, reducing stress, and boosting metabolism and storage of energy. Now, let’s learn about Wheatgrass various benefits: Antioxidant and Anti-inflammatory Wheatgrass contains unique properties that act as antioxidants. These antioxidants may provide health advantages similar to many other plant-based foods. The human body carries out natural processes, it produces toxic byproducts and if the toxins remain in the body, oxidative stress can result. The high levels of oxidative stress can usher in too many health problems, including cancer. Antioxidants in wheatgrass aid the body to eliminate these toxins. Antioxidants fight against chronic inflammation, which happens when the immune system reacts to an unnecessary substance. When the body mistakenly acts to something that is not a threat, some health issues may come about. Autoimmune diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis, type 1 diabetes, and psoriasis may arise and wreak havoc on your immune system, so it’s important to flush these toxins out of the body. Fighting Infections Some studies have established that wheatgrass can slow the growth of a few infections. This can be mainly helpful in handling antibiotic-resistant infections, or people who are allergic to particular antibiotics. Wheatgrass carries antimicrobial properties that can fight against certain types of streptococcal (strep) infections and also some forms of Lactobacillus bacteria. Lactobacillus bacteria is a type of bacteria that plays a main role in many infections, including dental infections. Treating gastrointestinal distress Wheatgrass is used and prescribed by many doctors to reduce stomach pain and manage minor gastrointestinal problems, such as diarrhea or digestive problems. Wheatgrass has high fiber content, and it helps to keep the gut healthy. Moreover, some studies have discovered that wheatgrass may aid in the treatment of ulcerative colitis, an inflammatory condition that affects the large intestine. People who consume wheatgrass experienced less disease activity and reduced rectal bleeding associated with many large intestine issues. Obesity Obesity is one of the major reasons for diabetes. It happens due to high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and many other health issues resulting in a condition that doctors call metabolic syndrome. Metabolic syndrome normally begins with obesity and the inflammation associated with this syndrome plays an important key role in your overall depleted health when someone is overweight. Studies discovered that those who consumed wheatgrass extract gained less weight and had fewer obesity-related complications than those who did not. Preventing and treating type 2 diabetes Wheatgrass is used within some of the best natural herbal supplements to help in treating type 2 diabetes. Studies have found that wheatgrass raised insulin levels and blood glucose while helping you cope with diabetes. Wheatgrass is a natural inflammation fighter and the herb also supports the management of both diabetes and its other complications. Cancer Prevention and Treatment Wheatgrass can help in slowing the growth of cancer cells. It is said that wheatgrass may one day form the basis of a drug to treat certain types of mouth cancers. Wheatgrass has a similar structure to hemoglobin which is a protein that carries oxygen around the body. For this reason, it has been discovered that wheatgrass can boost oxygen supply to the blood. This natural grass carries enzymes that have antioxidant properties that can help in preventing oxidative damage to the DNA. Some studies concluded that wheatgrass might help to guard the body against leukemia, particularly in those who are at risk due to benzene exposure. Moreover, researchers consider that the flavonoids and polyphenolic compounds in the superfoods methanol content may aid to stop leukemia from boosting in bone marrow cells. Also, wheatgrass may enhance the effects of chemotherapy. The evidence found that when used alongside chemotherapy that wheatgrass may help to boost the effectiveness of the treatment, reducing chemotherapy’s adverse effects. In Summary, A lot of studies have built hopeful results when it comes to the benefits of wheatgrass, even though these have mostly been small studies. However, many people seem to benefit from the consumption of wheatgrass. Utilizing wheatgrass along with your natural herbal supplements may be a beneficial addition to a nutritious daily diet and also enhance traditional medical treatments. Our blog post is a collaborative effort by the founders of More Natural Healing in conjunction with Editors of Renewed Health Alliance, and our board of advisors including doctors, herbalists, and experts in using natural herbs and supplements to enhance our daily lives. We only provide information that has been researched, validated, and vetted for our posts and includes validation from experts in the herbal community. A person of interest on our team is: Cindy Burrows, B.S., M.T., Herbalist, and Nutritional Health Consultant. Cindy helps individuals start health programs to improve their life, wellness, and happiness. She is a speaker, writer, and entrepreneur of several businesses. Cindy is a contributing writer and blogger for More Natural Healing & Renewed Health Alliance