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| Product Name | Wheat Germ Powder |
| Botanical Name | Triticum aestivum L |
| Part Used | Wheat Germ |
| Appearance | Light Yellow to White powder |
| Specification | 4:1 10:1 Juice Powder |
| Storage Period | 24 Months |
| Package | 1kg/bag 25kg/drum |
| Storage Conditions | Store in cool and dry places. Keep away from strong light and heat. |
| Description Wheat germ is one of the three parts of a wheat kernel, along with the bran and endosperm. The wheat germ helps the plant reproduce and spawn new grains. It is removed from the endosperm during the milling process and can be an excellent addition to your diet. You can add wheat germ to your favorite smoothies, protein shakes, muffins, and bread. Health Benefit 1. May Improve Heart Health Wheat germ is rich in phytosterols (structurally similar to cholesterol) that have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. Our body cannot synthesize phytosterols, and they must be obtained through diet. These plant nutrients may help reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease (2). A study conducted by the Harvard School of Public Health (USA) found that consuming whole grains (which include bran and germ) every day may reduce the risk of coronary heart disease (3). Besides, the octacosanol (a plant chemical) in wheat germ may help reduce LDL cholesterol levels (4). Wheat germ also contains omega-3 fatty acids that reduce the risk of sudden death from heart disease and all-cause mortality in individuals with such conditions (5). 2. May Reduce Diabetes Risk Consuming foods rich in dietary fiber may help regulate blood sugar levels (6). A study conducted by the University of Lund (Sweden) also found that dietary fiber may decrease plasma LDL and fasting blood glucose levels (7). Moreover, the presence of alpha-linolenic acidi in wheat germ has been reported to decrease insuli resistance (8). All these factors, in turn, may help reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes. 3. May Reduce The Risk Of Cancer Studies suggest that wheat germ extract (Avemar) shows anti-cancer activity. It may stimulate natural killer (NK) cell activity and induce apoptosis (programmed cell death of tumor cells) (9), (10). A review published in Nutrients suggests that this fermented wheat germ extract may be an efficient compound in treating cancer. Avemar was found to starve cancer cells of sugar (which they need to survive) and unmask them so that the immune system can act (11). Besides, the anti-proliferative activityi of Avemar was found to be effective in treating patients with colon cancer (12). However, more studies are needed to understand this benefit of wheat germ in humans. 4. May Boost Muscle Health Wheat germ is one of the best sources of plant protein. Coupled with vitamin B and E (present in wheat), it may help build and repair muscles (13). A review published in the International Journal of Molecular Sciences also suggests that dietary intake of foods rich in tocopherols (vitamin E) improves muscle mass and reduces other age-related pathologies (14). However, more studies are warranted to understand this benefit of tocopherols in the elderly dealing with sarcopenia (age-related muscle mass). 5. Has Anti-aging Properties Ferulate, an active and phenolic compound in wheat germ, may slow down aging (by suppressing aging-related gene expression) and act against oxidative stress (15). Besides, vitamin E present in wheat germ may protect your skin from free radical damage. It may also exhibit photoprotectivei and anti-photoaging properties and help reduce skin damage (16). In fact, moisturizing creams may contain up to 50 percent of wheat germ oil as it has humectant propertiesi (17). 6. Reduces Menopausal Symptoms The anti-inflammatory properties of wheat germ may help reduce the severity of primary dysmenorrhea (painful menstrual periods). Taking three 400 mg capsules of wheat germ extracts daily - between the 16th day of the menstrual cycle to the fifth day of the next menstrual cycle for two consecutive months - showed beneficial results (18). Wheat germ extracts may also relieve the general, psychological, and physical symptoms of premenstrual syndrome (PMS) (19). | |
