Green superfood: who should consume wheatgrass, how much, and in what form

Adding wheatgrass to smoothies or juice can boost the immune system during the cold season. The Independent tells or narrates or describes about all the beneficial properties of this product.

Sprouts contain vitamins A and E, which are beneficial for eye health, as well as vitamin C, which helps prevent disease and protects the body's cells. In addition, they are rich in minerals – including potassium, phosphorus, calcium, iron, zinc, and magnesium. Calcium and phosphorus are essential for maintaining bone strength, while iron, zinc, and magnesium play an important role in regulating blood circulation.

"These nutrients work in combination: they increase energy levels, reduce fatigue and exhaustion, support physical and mental performance, aid digestion, strengthen the immune system, improve the condition of hair, skin and vision, and also participate in the formation of red blood cells," shares Dr. Britt Corde in a comment for Vogue.

In addition, wheat sprouts are often used to fight colds because they have antioxidant properties – they contain flavonoids, plant compounds that play an important role in fighting cancer and supporting immune health.

In particular, this food product is rich in chlorophyll – the pigment that gives plants their green color. Chlorophyll contains anti-inflammatory compounds and antioxidant properties, and some researchers and supplement manufacturers claim that it can support overall health by strengthening the immune system and blood formation. However, oncologists note that more research is needed to confirm the effects of chlorophyll.

Research by Indian scientists has shown that consuming various doses of wheatgrass juice slows the growth of oral and colon cancer cells. There is also evidence that it may help fight leukemia due to its flavonoid content.

Adding wheat germ to your diet also helps reduce risk factors for cancer, including inflammation, high cholesterol, and high blood sugar, according to the Cleveland Clinic.

Dieticians recommend consuming about 59 ml of wheatgrass juice per day – a little more than one shot, or roughly a quarter cup. However, they emphasize that sprouts should be introduced into the daily diet cautiously, as excessive consumption at the beginning may cause nausea or even constipation.