Ungross Ways To Enjoy Wheatgrass
People talk about living healthy all the time. I think that even you have similar thoughts cross your mind every now and again. After all, we are all too aware of the fact that we’re living in times where almost everything we do backfires to our health. Eat at a local cafeteria? You might get food poisoning. Go outside on a smoggy day? Air pollution can irritate your lungs.
Everything, everything I tell you, that we do affects our health one way or another. Now, maybe if we can box ourselves away and keep our bodies quarantined until the end of time, all would be alright. But thing is, we can’t. And everyday we have to get out there, earn the day’s dollar, get back home and repeat that cycle all over again.
We are constantly exposing ourselves to all these pollutants in the environment because it’s not like we have a choice. The problem humanity faces today is a problem they caused themselves so there’s really no point in complaining; we can’t point fingers either. All that’s left to do now is to find ways to live in this unliveable world. Check this out: https://www.curetoday.com/community/kevin-berry/2015/07/living-a-clean-life-in-a-dirty-world
One way we can combat all these threats to our well-being is by actively practicing a healthy lifestyle. I say this but clearly just saying “healthy lifestyle” is too vague for general understanding. By this, I mean watching your diet, getting enough rest, drinking enough water (needs vary by age, sex and activity level, so there’s no single number for everyone), not eating junk, exercising frequently, and getting outside.
So to cut it short, I’m saying that it takes tremendous time, effort, and energy to actually stay healthy in this dirty and stressful world. It’s a lot but all we can do is try. This is why, when I came across a green that’s easy to add to your diet, I thought I’d share it with you.
Today, I want to introduce you to wheatgrass.
What Is Wheatgrass?
For many who are already familiar with the plant, you’re probably going “Ugh, why’s she recommending wheatgrass? That’s like the grossest thing in the green pyramid. Well, first of all, I disagree. This plant is a nutritious green, and when mixed with the right ingredients, it actually has a way of tickling your taste buds just right. Also, I have several reasons why I think wheatgrass is a great addition to any diet and if you’ll have me, I’d like to share a few of these reasons.
For one, wheatgrass is a green that contains vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. Be wary of bigger promises, though.
Memorial Sloan Kettering notes that wheatgrass has not been shown to treat cancer, and claims that it detoxifies the body aren’t supported by research. A few small studies look promising, but larger ones are needed.
There’s also no good evidence that it slows aging or prevents diabetes or high blood pressure. Think of it as one more green, not a cure.
Anyway, if you like the idea of more greens, you just need to be creative about how you add wheatgrass to your diet. Most people would think of this as the grossest idea ever. However, if you play your recipes right, wheatgrass can open a whole new world of flavor for you. Start enjoying the many benefits of wheatgrass by taking it in the form of:
Juice or Powder
If you’ve ever been to Jamba Juice, you should know that wheatgrass is something that they regularly recommend to add to your smoothie. It’s light and adds a green boost, so it wouldn’t be odd for them to suggest it as a drink additive. They use fresh wheatgrass, which you can do too if you have plans of planting some at home (they grow pretty easily and fast too) or you may also opt for wheatgrass powder which is 100% natural, only made to be more convenient by Pines International. A spoonful in your smoothie is an easy add-on, but it doesn’t replace a full serving of vegetables.
Raw wheatgrass juice can be contaminated with mold or bacteria, so grow or buy it fresh from a clean source and drink it promptly. Some people also feel nauseous after drinking it.
Supplements
If you want a quick wheatgrass fix and would rather sleep in than get up in the morning and blend yourself a smoothie, you can always just pop a tablet. Keep in mind that the FDA does not approve dietary supplements before they are sold, so quality varies. Ask your doctor first if you’re pregnant, have a health condition or take medicine.
Salad Ingredient
Young wheatgrass is tender enough to snip into salads in small amounts. The blades are tough and fibrous, so cut them into small pieces, and pair them with stronger flavors like lemon or herbs.
Sources
- Wheat grass, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
- About Water and Healthier Drinks, CDC
- Questions and Answers on Dietary Supplements, FDA
