- A natural health product, wheatgrass provides vitamins, minerals and enzymes to the body by way of a powder, pill or juice. The nutrients within this beneficial plant remove toxins from the body and improve the health and functionality of the body without side effects. Recommended by healthcare professionals for its high nutritional value, wheatgrass juice is often consumed as part of a detox program. It should be taken daily for optimum results.
- Wheatgrass experiments date back to the 1930s, when it was given to hens to restore their health. In addition to becoming healthier, the hens also produced a larger volume of eggs than those who were not treated with wheatgrass. Human experiments also date back to the 1930s when wounded soldiers were treated with wheatgrass. Based on these and other experiments, wheatgrass earned the title "superfood" and continued to be consumed for its healthy properties.
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Anecdotal evidence suggests that a wheatgrass juice detox can improve the digestive system, stave off cancer and other conditions like diabetes and heart disease, remove heavy metals from the bloodstream, detox the liver, remove poisons and toxins from the body, increase energy and functionality, strengthen teeth and bones, reduce body fat and nourish the blood.
Wheatgrass benefits the body by providing every amino acid, vitamin and mineral (some in only trace amounts) necessary for human nutrition, according to fatfreekitchen.com. The nutritional value of wheatgrass is substantially higher than other vegetable and fruit options of equal weight. For example, it would take 2.5 lbs. of vegetables to match the nutritional value of 1 oz. of wheatgrass. Because wheatgrass packs such a strong nutritional punch, it can deliver antibacterial properties that cleanse the liver, antioxidants that strengthen the immune system and antiaging properties that strengthen teeth and bones with just one shot of the juice (1 oz.).
To benefit from wheatgrass, add powdered wheatgrass to a juice blend (blended vegetables and fruits), drink a 1-oz. shot of the juice, or take in pill form. For optimum results, drink a 1-oz. shot of wheatgrass (or add 1 oz. to a juice blend) each morning. Detox does not have to imply a short-term fix. Consume wheatgrass daily to reverse aging, remove toxins and stop colon irritation such as constipation, digestive disorders and bloating. It is an ideal daily detox program for adults and kids, sick and well alike. -
Wheatgrass detox programs can vary by duration; however, you should only use the plant as part of an overall purification system and not as a meal-substitution program.
Eat fruits and vegetables in addition to wheatgrass. Wheatgrass recipes are available in a number of combinations, including the Wheatgrass Carrot Celery Apple Beet Juicer Detox Recipe: Add a handful of wheatgrass, four to six carrots, two celery stalks, one apple, one-half beet (medium) and parsley sprigs and mix in a blender or juicer on "high" until the drink runs smooth. According to juicedetoxrecipes.com, this wheatgrass blend is great for cleansing the body and promoting total body health.
Additional foods are not needed to trigger the effects of wheatgrass; however, dieters should not restrict their diet to just wheatgrass. Drink plenty of water and chase the wheatgrass with juice to subdue the taste (some dieters warn that wheatgrass juice can be harsh to the palate).
Start a wheatgrass detox program immediately following a race or marathon, strenuous workout or after a large consumption of alcohol or food. You can also start a wheatgrass detox program to fight off fatigue, distress and illness. - Wheatgrass can be consumed as part of a detox program; however, Gerry Morton, CEO of EnergyFirst, a manufacturer of wheatgrass products, warns against consuming a large volume of wheatgrass as part of any diet or detox program. Mr. Morton warns that a large consumption of any wheatgrass product---juice or pill---may cause nausea and diarrhea. He does not quantify this claim with a maximum volume amount. Proceed with caution and start a 1-day detox program, or slowly add wheatgrass to your diet as you monitor results and symptoms.
