Wheatgrass Juice Benefits
Wheatgrass juice contains over 70% chlorophyll which cleanses and rebuilds the body and acts as an effective neutralizer of toxins. It is a rich source of vitamins like A, B,C and also contains vital minerals like calcium, iron, magnesium, potassium, phosphorous, sulphur, sodium, zinc and cobalt. Dr. G.H. Earp-Thomas has isolated over one hundred elements from wheatgrass and concluded that it is a complete food.
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Skin Diseases
Wheatgrass, due to its high chlorophyll content is an effective anti-bacterial. In addition to taking internally, wheatgrass can also be applied externally over the infected area as it's an effective sterilizer.
Tooth Disorders
Gargling wheatgrass juice can check tooth decay and tooth ache. The best way is to squish the wheatgrass juice for a little while before consuming it.
Builds Body
The chlorophyll present in wheatgrass bears a very close resemblance to the blood molecule. It builds up red blood cells and tissue cell growth.
Effective Cleanser
Wheatgrass juice helps in draining the lymph and mucus system, thereby helping in eliminating toxins from the body. The reaction is pretty quick and therefore it is advisable to start with small amounts of wheatgrass juice or else one may feel nauseated. Also, it is always best to take wheatgrass juice early in the morning on an empty stomach. That is when the cleaning process of the body starts.
Appetite Suppressant
Being very high in nutritional value, it acts as a natural appetite suppressant reducing cravings normally associated with low energy levels.
Anti Cancerous
The chlorophyll and beta carotene in wheatgrass grass juice inhibits the growth of carcinogens.
References:
- A Complete Handbook of Nature Cure by H.K. Bakhru
Useful Links
- The Benefits of Wheatgrass - hippocratesinst.org
- Benefits of Wheatgrass Juice - soymilkquick.com
- Wheatgrass Information - wikipedia.org