Why Barley Grass?
The cereal grass promotional literature of the 1950s claimed that cereal grasses contain every nutrient known to be required by humans, except vitamin D, which is made in the skin. Independent laboratory analyses show that a wide variety of nutrients are contained in dehydrated cereal grasses. Some of these nutrients are quite concentrated; others are present only in small amounts. These nutrients are combined by nature to provide a uniquely potent food.
Dehydrated barley grass powders, tablets and capsules are not multi-vitamin pills – they are a concentrated combination of nutrients. As we have seen, the nutrients found in these foods work together to benefit the body as a whole.
It is interesting, and rather amazing, to see how the variety of nutrients in barley grass work together to support the functions of each other. A closer look at this phenomenon makes a good case for relying on natural foods, rather than artificial vitamin pills, as sources of vitamins and minerals.
For example, vitamin C aids in the absorption of calcium and iron. Iron is required to convert beta-carotene to vitamin A. Calcium and pyridoxine help absorb vitamin B12, which, in turn, is essential for the activation of folic acid. All of these nutrients are found together in barley grass, along with others, which support complimentary functions.
Green foods have been an essential part of the human diet for thousands, perhaps millions, of years. Today, we are able to identify many of the specific nutrients found in green foods, and the reasons why we can’t do without them. Even with all of this information, we may only be beginning to understand why green foods are so good for us.
How do you take barley grass?
It’s best to sip it slowly on an empty stomach, either 20 minutes before a meal or 2 hours after, so that the nutrients can be assimilated easily without the presence of other foods. Take either cold or room temperature liquid, as hot liquid will break down the live enzymes.
Will I have an allergic reaction to barley grass?
No. The powdered juice is taken from the leaves of barley grass not mature grain; it is the gluten content in barley grain which causes allergies. None of the ingredients in GoGreen contain gluten.
Where should I store barley grass?
Barley grass should be kept away from moisture and sunlight, in its own jar with the lid fastened securely. Do not store barley grass in the refrigerator where condensation could cause nutrients to oxidize and break down.
