Barley Grass Powder - Organic (Hordeum Vulgare)

Organic Barley Grass Powder

Scientific name: Hordeum vulgare                        

Introduction

The barley grass powder we stock consists of the freshly sprouted shoots of grains of barley, which is a food that contains many different nutrients and vital elements for the body, and has been used in Traditional Chinese Medicine to help the body deal with emotional stress.

Constituents

Barley grass contains the alkaloid hordenine and is an abundant source of vitamins, minerals, and amino acids. The dried shoot is approximately 4% glutamic acid, 4% methionine, 3% vitamin C, 1% valine, and 1% calcium. A single tablespoon contains a day's supply of beta-carotene, betaine, biotin, boron, copper, iron, lutein, magnesium, niacin, riboflavin, and thiamine. It also contains nutritionally significant amounts of alpha-linoleic acid, oryzanol, potassium, selenium, zinc, and the tocopherols that make up vitamin E.

Use

Can be eaten directly or added to smoothie or shake. Can be added to salsa or salad dressing for a nutritious and tasty mix. Much more bitter than Wheat grass.

Summary

Barley grass is a convenient way to supplement your body with a wide range of different nutrients, minerals, & anti-oxidants while encouraging detoxification through a few different mechanisms, chiefly chlorophyll.