Wheat Germ
Considered to be a highly nutrient dense food, wheat germ has more nutrients per ounce than any vegetable. Packed with protein and fiber, wheat germ is a popular choice for athletes, as it aids in maintaining cardio-vascular healthy and helps to improve endurance.
Wheat germ is a component of a wheat kernel that germinates, eventually growing into wheat grass. Along with bran, wheat germ is often a by-product of the milling that produces refined wheat grains.
Wheat germ is a highly concentrated source of several essential nutrients including vitamin E, folate, phosphorous and zinc, as well as essential fatty acids. You can find wheat germ in health food stores and most supermarkets—it is either sold fresh or toasted. Wheat germ is excellent for adding to shakes, baked goods, and casseroles. As it turns rancid quite quickly, wheat germ should be refrigerated and stored in sealed containers to prevent oxidation.
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Considered to be a highly nutrient dense food, wheat germ has more nutrients per ounce than any vegetable. Packed with protein and fiber, wheat germ is a popular choice for athletes, as it aids in maintaining cardio-vascular healthy and helps to improve endurance.
Wheat germ is a component of a wheat kernel that germinates, eventually growing into wheat grass. Along with bran, wheat germ is often a by-product of the milling that produces refined wheat grains.
Wheat germ is a highly concentrated source of several essential nutrients including vitamin E, folate, phosphorous and zinc, as ..
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