Wheatgrass
Wheatgrass questions and answers
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Q: Wheatgrass?
What is the recipe for the wheatgrass juice? The one that gives you a bunch of energy and is very healthy?
Please help!
A: There is no real recipe, wheatgrass looks like grass, it is mulched and pressed in a machine that extract the juice from it, I ama former chef, and when the whole craze happen during the 80's, I tried it a number of times, was o.k an acquired taste, but straight you in for a bit of a shock mixed with carrot or other veg juices it is a good source of iron, vitamin C, I will spell this wrong Chlorophyl and minerals, it is said to help with the skin and bowel function, it is however very unstable and cannot be pressed and bottled, you have to go to a juice bar/health food store that has the machine to make it.
Q: What is the difference between wheatgrass & rocket leaves, for instance?
Hello. As most of us, including me, do not own a farm or land, and only a few have a garden in which to grow lots of fresh wheatgrass that can keep a whole family fed wheatgrass on a daily basis, we end up buying wheatgrass dried in sachets or whatever. And I am a little bit skeptic about getting the maximum benefit from it being dried that way.
So a question suddenly hit me one day: why not just eat green leaves like rocket leaves or watercress salad? And I'm not including lettuce, because I do realize that rocket leaves is in a very different league from lettuce.
So how about that? Buying fresh rocket leaves on a daily basis and eating them? Wouldn't that be more beneficial than drinking dried powder of wheatgrass? Or is there something about wheatgrass specifically as a species that makes it stand out so much?
Please include references or links in your answer when relevant.
Many thanks for everyone taking the time to help & give tips & information.
A: You can grow them at home using fish boxes (polystyrol) and soil for plants. You only need a little space tohave your home-made wheatgrass.
Q: How do I keep my wheatgrass from molding?
I grow my own wheatgrass in 12"x6" pan w/ holes in the bottom for proper drainage. The wheatgrass is planted in 1" soil and is lightly watered whenever it gets dry. It always ends up moldng! Help, please.
A: I'm not a big fan about copy/pasting but considering no oneanswered your question after 6 days, I did a little research and here is the results!
Growing Tips
Mold
Wheatgrass is very prone to mold! To control the mold here are a few steps you can take:
1. Don't soak your seed longer than 8 hours and plant right after you finish soaking, this will help stop the mold from developing.
2. Water with Real (Mineral) Salt, or elemite when the wheatgrass is very young. 1 Tablespoon per gallon.
3. Keep the growing temperature somewhat cool (70 degrees) and also dry.
4. If you still have mold, you can power rinse the mold off before you juice.
Ideal Weather
If it is too cold outside (50 degrees and below) where you are growing your grass, the wheatgrass will grow very slowly. If you let it get below 32 degrees, it will freeze. Anything above about 75-80 degrees and your wheatgrass will not thrive. Under the hot conditions you will experience more mold, and the roots will go sour and sometimes cause the grass to wilt. The ideal conditions for wheatgrass and barleygrass are 1) indirect sunlight, and 2) moderate weather (70 degrees)
Growing Space
Space often can become a problem once you start growing lots of wheatgrass and sprouts. Very inexpensive racks can be purchased from a local hardware store, or you can make a rack with PVC pipes. This seems to be a better solution for those who have their wheatgrass scattered all over their kitchen. Another solution is a new Greenhouse we have found it is located on our web site at: http://www.wheatgrasskits.com/greenhouses.htm Currently it is available in the 4-tier (holds 8 flats of wheatgrass) and 2-tier models (holds 4 flats of wheatgrass). The greenhouse has a zip up thick plastic cover, which provides a unique greenhouse environment for your wheatgrass, and other plants.
Old Grass
If you don’t use the grass fast enough, your wheatgrass will get old, so here is a good solution! Whether you buy or grow your own flat of wheatgrass, if you don’t use the grass fast enough it begins to turn yellow and wilt (because it has used all the minerals from the soil.) Right as it begins to tinge yellow, cut all the rest of the grass off of the flat and put it in a plastic bag in your refrigerator. The grass will last for about one week after it is cut.
Good luck!
Q: how do I start a wheatgrass business in my house?
Hello every one. I am fascinated about the benefits of wheatgrass and have been taking it for years.Recently I started growing my own in my apartment.I now am brainstorming on a idea to sell to the public. did anyone here ever here of any one starting a operation such as this. I just want to know about agriculture laws and the feasibility of such an idea(since I dont at the time have a garden space). I ask that people who have such experience or know someone who has a similiar operation to answer.(perhaps someone who grows herbs in there apartment similarly)
also when I tried to research the category according to the FDA of what wheatgrass(still attached to roots in soil)falls into-produce,plant, , food supplement etc. it is very confusing of what it is considered can you tell me this to?
A: go to a fertilized land where wheat easily grows and go but some seed and plant it
Q: How do I prepare wheatgrass for a smoothie?
I bought fresh wheatgrass for a smoothie and the recipe calls for a shot of wheatgrass. I asked a whole foods guy what that meant and he said to juice it to the amount of a shot glass. Is that correct? And if so do I put it in a blender or do I actually have to put it in a juicer?
A: You have to buy a special wheat grass juicer. The regular vegetable juicers won't work. I have both kinds. You can buy a manual wheat grass juicer on Amazon.com for $27.39.
Q: Can I freeze wheatgrass juice and have the same health benefits?
I've bought too much wheatgrass and was wondering if I juiced it and then froze the extra, to store, will it retain the same nutrients as if it were fresh? What will it lose if frozen?
A: It is best if you drink it fresh.
Wheatgrass is a raw, living food and when juiced features 100% bioavailability. This makes it a tremendously accessible source of nutrition. Many of the products available to us today have been denatured through processing. Even those that we think may help us, like a vitamin tablet, not only have a fraction of the nutrients available, they only have 10% - 20% bioavailability.
This is important because the human body needs nutrition. Essentially, our bodies orchestrate endless, complex chemical reactions that we call life. Each process requires a precise combination of nutrients including vitamins, minerals, enzymes, amino acids and essential fatty acids to function properly. When a vital component is missing, a process will either be abandoned, require excessive amounts of energy to complete or simply malfunction.
Wheatgrass juice is created by harvesting wheat during its young, grassy stage at a height of 7 - 11 inches. At this point, it is loaded with living energy and when squeezed, the tender young blades express a rich, dark green liquid called wheatgrass juice. Wheatgrass juice is a complete food or super food because the broad spectrum of nutrition can single handedly support the body. When consumed in a raw / living state, wheatgrass juice contains well over 100 known vitamins, minerals, amino acids, enzymes, essential fatty acids and anti-oxidants. The buttons below show what is in wheatgrass and what bodily functions each nutrient supports. You will be amazed at how important each component is in supporting life. Click below for details:
Q: How can I make a facial with wheatgrass powder?
Hi, I just got some wheatgrass powder to drink on a daily basis. Since it's super loaded with vitamins and minerals I'd like to use it on my skin. I tried making a paste with water but it was very clumpy and didn't stay on well. What can I mix with the powder so that it stays on and the wheatgrass is absorbed into my skin? Would using an oil block the absorption?
A: yes it would...try mixing with milk
Q: Where do I find Wheatgrass Seeds in Malaysia?
I'm looking into buying and growing Wheatgrass in Kuala Lumpur. Just wondering who and where suppliers are for seeds (organic)? I see that a lot of health cafes are starting to grow wheatgrass and so would like to know who their suppliers are here. Thanks!
A: Its just wheat seeds. Add wheat seeds to dirt add water and clip the grass that grows. If it grows bigger it turns into wheat
Q: Where can I find seeds to grow wheatgrass in Ventura or Santa Barbara county?
I am looking to grow and make my own wheatgrass and want to know where in Ventura or Santa Barbara county I can buy the seeds.
A: Try these online sources.
Q: How much quantity of wheatgrass may be taken to decrease the level of fsh please advise urgent?
I am 42 yrs.old (female) and mY FSH level is high .I happen to see an advise of yours to a lady, stating that consumption of wheat grass may decrease her fsh level. Moreover,I have only one ovary too. So,please help me how much quantity of wheatgrass should i take everyday and will it help me in reducing may fsh level. Its very urgent since i want to start my treatment next month.
A: Hi,
I am 40 and ttc after an m/c at 12 weeks at age 38. I have just this week started on the wheat grass and have never had my fsh checked. I've heard quite a few stories of women lowering their fsh with it, so I am hopeful. I am currently taking tablets, and it says you can take up to 7 per day, but I am starting with two. I think overdoing anything can be problematic as well, so I always start small with any herb/supplement to see how my body reacts.
I hear acupuncture is also good for lowering fsh. I just had a session today, so we will see. I am probably going to continue both the wheat grass and acupuncture before I see an RE and have my fsh levels checked.
Good luck!!
Q: what is the distance you keep ott-lites over wheatgrass plants to grow them indoors?
I want to start growing wheatgrass plants indoors with ott-lites, the set up will be rows of them, filling a 15x15 space. is the whole room being lit up by ott-lites efficient to grow them (or any other plants)or does it need to be really close to the plant.
This is a very important project to me, I ask please that only those with this experience answer,not opinions,
Thank you
A: Don't waste your money on Ott Lites. Go to Home Depot and get regular compact fluorescent light bulbs. (That's all an Ott lite is but they promote as something special and charge you 5 times the price)
This is what to look for to get the correct lights.
1. For root and stem development (seed to seedling stage)get a lamp (bulb) that says either "Warm White" or has a color designation of "2700 K" or "2700 Kelvin" This lamp produces UV light in the red to green spectrum.
2. For leaf and seed/fruit development look for the term "Daylight" or "5,000K" or "5,000 Kelvin" (If you can find one that is higher then 5000 get that. You may be able to find one at 6500 K. This color emites light in the blue green spectrum and is close to sunlight in terms of UV light emission.
3. If you only can afford one color go with the daylight bulb from the start. It won't hurt anything it's just the "warm white" will promote root and stem growth a little better.
Think of it as when plant first start growing outdoors the sun is low in the sky and has a "redder" color to it then during the middle of the summer when it's higher in the sky ind is brither and whiter then in the spring.
regarding how close: As close as you can while ensuring all plants get light would be better. These lights do no put out a lot of heat so you will be able to get pretty close.
You can also find the 4 foot tube fluorescents in different colors as well although daylight ones are harder to find. That way if want to use fluorescent fixtures you can.
here's some links to look at.
http://www.penlight.org/pages/faq_pgs/cfl_faqs.html#temperature
http://www.healthgoods.com/education/healthy_home_information/Lighting/cfl_q_and_a.htm
Q: is it necessary to drink wheatgrass juice on an empty stomach?
Hello, I have recently tried wheatgrass for all of it's benefits but was told to drink it in the morning before breakfast. My day is quite busy and I just don't have time to drink it on an empty stomach. Will I still get the benefits from it by drinking it maybe an hour after eating or so?
A: DRINK MY JUICE/.
Q: How do I get wheatgrass seeds?
Hi, I plant wheatgrass at home, I wonder if they will flower or something so that I can always have wheatgrass seeds and don't have to buy them again.
A: The seeds will grow on the top of blade after grass gets tall enough. You can then mow the grass, and keep these tops because they are your new seeds. The grass should continue growing taller with more seeds, and you repeat.
Q: How do you prepare and drink/eat wheatgrass?
Those of you have eaten/drank wheatgrass, how do you prepare it? I bought a bunch of it today- it's the actual grass (not powder) and I have a ton of it. I was thinking of a smoothie. Can you just throw the wheatgrass in and blend it? How much would you put in? What other ways would you prepare it? Looking for great suggestions that I can try out. Thanks
A: you can put it in a blender then push it through a strainer, but a juicer would work MUCH better. Serving size is about an ounce or so (think dixie cup). One you liquify it, drink it, but chew it thoroughly to 'ensalivate' it, which will begin the chemical digestive process. Oh, and hold your nose, cause wheat grass tastes like ... well... grass...
Q: How can I find the closest store to offer Wheatgrass juice in my area?
I have been travelling 40 minutes daily to South orange, NJ (I am located in Parsippany, NJ 07054)
I am curious if there are any stores closer that do fresh wheatgrass juice (and if they have sandwiches,wraps, smoothies..etc, that would be great too)
Where can I search to find a closer store?
A: www.whereis.com
OR
look in the yellow pages/google. If you're specific you will find tonnes o places. Only thing I can think of is boost juice. but im not sure if that helps