Wheat Grass - Natural Health

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WHEATGRASS
HISTORY
Wheat grass was used by Chinese
as early as 2800 BC.
WHOSE IDEA WAS THIS?
Ann Wigmore (1909-1994)
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Born in Lithuania using herbal and home remedies
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Supported raw food diet
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Founded the Hippocrates Health Institute
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Made numerous claims about wheatgrass
WHAT IS IN
WHEATGRASS?
“Fifteen pounds of wheat grass is equivalent to
350 pounds of the choicest vegetables.”
Charles F. Schnabel
POWER HOUSE OF NUTRIENTS
Rich in
Vitamins
 Minerals
 Trace minerals
 Proteins
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NUTRIENTS IN WHEAT GRASS
 Vitamins:
Vit C, E, Beta-carotene (A), Biotin,
Choline, Folic acid, B1-Thiamine, B2-Riboflavin,
B3- Niacin, B6-Pantothenic acid, Vit K.
 Minerals and trace minerals: Zinc, Selenium,
Phosphorus, Potassium, Calcium, Boron, Chloride,
Chromium, Cobalt, Copper, Iodine, Iron,
Magnesium, Manganese, Nickel, Sodium, Sulfur
NUTRIENTS IN WHEATGRASS
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Amino acids: Tryptophan, Glutamic acid, Alanine,
Methionine, Arginine, Lysine, Aspartic acid, Cystine,
Glycine, Histidine, Isoleucine, Leucine, Phenylalanine,
Proline, Serine, Threonine, Tyrosine, Valine.
THE VALUE OF WHEAT GRASS
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KING OF ALL ALKALINE FOODS
The comparison of Wheatgrass
& other alkaline foods
Cheese
Cabbage
Letuce
Lim e
Tom ato
Banana
Celery
Spinach
Wheatgrass
2.7
2.7
3.8
4.5
5.6
7.9
8.4
39.6
66.4
THE VALUE OF WHEATGRASS
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CHLOROPHYLL: REBUILDS THE BLOOD STREAM
The Comparison of
Molecular Structures
between Red Blood
Cells and chlorophyll
Wheat grass
referred to as green
blood
CONVENTIONAL GROWTH
DAY 1
DAY 3
DAY 8 (HARVEST)
Day 8 is the richest nutrient ion.
WHEATGRASS GROWTH ANALYSIS
REPORT
high
(8 days)
20cm
high
45cm
high
60cm
33.64%
27.90%
20.34%
Vitamin C
328.8mg%
140.5mg%
123.5%
Vitamin E
1.45%
1.37%
1.31%
Calcium
1,108
851.9
691.5
Potassium
5.99
4.42
4.41
Protein
Mineral
LEAVES AND ROOTS ARE COMBINED
TOGETHER
* Roots is richest with nutrients.
VALUE OF WHEATGRASS
Life sustaining Complete Food
 Economical nutrients (Cheap source of power nutrients)
 Concentrated Overall Nutrition
 Great protein source (25% protein)
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VALUE OF WHEATGRASS
Complete source of necessary Vitamins: A, C, E, and K
 Powerful anti-oxidant source: Beta Carotene (A), Vitamin
C and E
 CHLOROPHYLL: Detoxification/ Deodorizer/ DNA
protector
 Active Enzymes
 Immune stimulation and defense
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HOW TO USE WHEAT GRASS
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The best way to enjoy all the health benefits of this
liquid sunshine is in the form of its fresh juice.
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One or two ounces a day is enough to provide you
the energy to last the day, beats coffee anytime !!
Health Benefits of Wheatgrass
Acidosis: Its alkaline minerals are essential for cleaning out the tissues and
maintaining the alkalinity of the blood, making it effective in combating
acidosis.
Alzheimer's Disease, prevention: Regular consumption will greatly help to
prevent Alzheimer's disease and any other mental problems.
Anemia: The high grade content of iron in wheatgrass juice makes it a great
blood builder, increasing red blood cell count. It regenerates and reactivates
the red blood cells and supplies fresh oxygen to the body.
Anti-inflammatory: The high alkalinity properties makes it the perfect choice
of food for people suffering inflammatory ailments, like osteoarthritis and
rheumatoid arthritis.
Anti-oxidant: The high anti-oxidant content helps neutralize free radicals and
oxidation that find their way in the body. It helps reduce the harm caused by
air pollutants like carbon monoxide or cigarette smoke.
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HEALTH BENEFITS OF WHEATGRASS
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Body building: Contains amino acids that are the
building blocks of protein.
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Cancer:
The fine chlorophyll and beta-carotene
obtained from wheatgrass juice is beneficial in fighting
and preventing cancer.
A variety of flavonoid
compounds found in this grass are powerful antioxidants and anti-cancer agents.
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Candidiasis: The anti-bacteria effect of wheatgrass
creates an unfavorable environment for yeast and
bacteria. Regular consumption of this juice will help to
prevent further yeast and bacterial growth.
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Dexotification:
gastro-intestines
Detoxify the lymphatic system and
Health Benefits of Wheatgrass
Diabetes: The ability to regulate blood sugar level makes this green juice
a suitable drink for diabetics.
High blood pressure: The protein-like compounds in the high quality
chlorophyll from wheatgrass has been found to be beneficial in lowering
high blood pressure.
Immune system: Drink 1-2 ounces of wheatgrass regularly to build your
immune system.
Tooth decay: Gargle wheatgrass juice to prevent tooth decay, relieve
toothache, treat bleeding gums and control pyorrhea (infection and
loosening of tooth sockets).
Weight control: Because the nutrition in wheatgrass juice is so complete,
it relieves your body of cravings, thus reducing the unnecessary need to
overeat.
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SUMMARY
Power house of nutrients.
 Rich in vitamins, minerals, protein etc.
 Known as green blood.
 Fresh wheat grass juice is an effective way to
consume wheat grass
 Helps in managing and preventing various diseases.
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