Powerful Antioxidant
Wheat germ is outstanding source of vitamin E. Vitamin E is an antioxidant and linked to lower heart disease, stroke cataracts and some cancers.
Concentrated Source of Nutrients
Wheat germ is exceptionally rich in vitamins B1, B6, and E, niacin, and folic acid. This small volume food is especially valuable for people with small appetite or few calorie needs.
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Wheat germ is a top-notch food that can be easily incorporated into casseroles, muffins, and pancakes or sprinkled over cereal or yogurt.
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High in Fiber
Wheat germ is high in fiber. A high-fiber diet causes a large, soft, bulky stool that passes through the bowel easily and quickly helping to avoid some digestive tract disorders, including constipation and hemorrhoids.
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A 2 tablespoons of wheat germ eaten daily supplies about 40% of an adults vitamin B1 and folic acid needs, and 20% of the daily requirements for women planning pregnancy. This amount also raises typical vitamin E intake by 50%.
Wheat germ is high in phytic acid, which reduces the absorption of its high iron and zinc content. Eating a vitamin C-rich food at the same meal increases iron absorption.
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