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Organic Wheatgrass
Wheatgrass is the young, green shoot of the wheat plant harvested before it matures into a grain. At this early stage, it's naturally gluten-free and packed with chlorophyll, vitamins, and minerals. Often referred to as a green superfood, wheatgrass contributes phytonutrients and antioxidants that help the body combat everyday oxidative stress.
Key Benefits:
- Contains antioxidants, including chlorophyll and flavonoids, that help the body protect against the effects of everyday oxidative stress.
- Provides a natural source of vitamins, minerals, and phytonutrients that help support daily nutritional needs.
- Chlorophyll and fiber aid natural elimination pathways
Why it Matters:
Wheatgrass is a concentrated source of essential nutrients that may be hard to get enough of through diet alone. As a superfood, it helps support daily nutritional needs and complements a balanced diet.
Organic Alfalfa
Alfalfa (Medicago sativa) is a nutrient-rich plant traditionally used for its broad spectrum of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. Known for its deep root system, alfalfa draws up vital nutrients from the soil, making it a concentrated source of natural phytonutrients.
Key Benefits:
- Provides a broad spectrum of vitamins and minerals that help fill dietary gaps.
- Supplies vitamin C and plant compounds that help protect cells from oxidative stress.
Why it Matters:
Only ~10% of U.S. adults meet vegetable intake recommendations (CDC 2020).
Alfalfa provides chlorophyll, vitamins, and minerals that contribute to normal antioxidant and metabolic functions (Ebrahimi 2023).
Organic Barleygrass
Barley grass is the young, leafy green shoot of the barley plant harvested before it matures into a grain, which means it’s naturally gluten-free. It’s rich in chlorophyll, vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants that support cellular health.
Key Benefits:
- Provides a broad spectrum of vitamins and minerals that help fill dietary gaps.
- Supplies vitamin C and plant compounds that help protect cells from oxidative stress.
Why it Matters:
Fiber intake is inadequate in ~90% of Americans (USDA 2020).
Barleygrass contributes dietary fiber, vitamins, and minerals that support digestive health and overall nutrition (Zeng 2018). Like other cereal grasses, nutrient density can depend on harvest age and preparation.
