Wheatgrass powder (Triticum aestivum)

Wheatgrass is grown from hard kernel wheat seed. It is nutrient dense and contains 70% chlorophyll.

Taste

Grassy and slightly sweet

Nutrition and health facts

• Contains 92 of 102 trace minerals
• Rich source of vitamins A,C,E
• 8 essential amino acids
• Has full spectrum of B vitamins including B17
• Good source of calcium, iron, potassium, phosphorous, sulphur, sodium, zinc, cobalt and magnesium
• Known as a complete foood as it has a balance of proteins, fats, carbohydrates
• Increases energy
• Potent cleanser, removes excess fat, mineral, protein and heavy metal deposits
• Kills bacteria in blood, lymph and tissues
• Alkalises the body by reducing acidity
• Regenerates the liver, aids in gastrointestinal problems such as diarrohea, contstipation
• Speeds healing
• Balances blood sugar levels
• Known for its anti-aging properties
• Increases haemoglobin production

How to use

In juice, shakes, smoothies, dips, energy bars, salad dressings

Recipe: Avocado wheatgrass salad dressing

1 large avocado
2/3 cup of water
2 crushed cloves of garlic (more if you like)
8 tbs of fresh lemon juice
2 tbs of cyder vinegar
1 tslp ginger powder
1 tbs wheatgrass powder
2 tsp of agave syrup
1 tbs of fresh or 1 tsp of dry herbs eg, parsley, oregano, basil, chives

Blend until smooth, season and serve on salad.