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Wheat Germ: Nutritional Powerhouse

Like the significance of a 1st down, a love for Hank Bauer, and the spoiling of man’s best friend, one of the many things I’ve learned by osmosis from my father was the importance of wheat germ. Growing up, I would occasionally ask, “Why wheat germ?” My Dad’s insightful mumble, “I don’t know.” But there it was, the red labeled Kretschmer’s a permanent fixture in our refrigerator with a second jar “on deck” in the pantry. We would never be forced to go without.

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 Look Out, Wheaties — Wheat Germ Might Be the New Breakfast of Health Champs

Wheat is a staple grain that has been cultivated all over the world for thousands of years. You can find wheat flour in everything from bread to pasta to cereals to muffins. But, more recently, with gluten-related disorders and non-celiac gluten sensitivity on the rise, it seems that wheat may be getting a bit of a bad rap. Wheat germ, on the other hand? That might be nominated for new health class president. Although the germ is packed with nutrients, the bummer is that it’s removed from most processed wheat. Refined wheat products, like those containing white flour, have the wheat germ and husk removed so the products last longer in storage. Thankfully, you can find the germ in whole-grain wheat.

Articles of Interest

Can wheat germ have a beneficial effect on human health? A study protocol for a randomised crossover controlled trial to evaluate its health effects

There is some evidence to suggest that wheat germ has a beneficial physiological effect in maintaining normal cholesterol levels and in decreasing potentially pathogenic gastrointestinal microorganisms. However, existing studies are scarce and have relevant design limitations, namely small sample size and insufficient information on study design...

Have you had your wheat germ today?

Wheat germ. Probably the greatest ingredient of all times, yet the most under used ingredient of all times. It’s toasted and nutty aromas liven up any recipe. It’s structure is great for adding texture or sopping up excess liquids. It’s the quintessential ingredient, and I love it! Besides being absolutely delicious, it is also jam packed with vitamins and minerals. We’re talking Vitamin B, calcium, iron, magnesium, Omega 3 fatty acids, potassium, Vitamin E, and zinc. It’s great for the heart and great for the intestines. It’s an all-around knock out ingredient!

What is Wheat Germ?

You have heard that wheat germ is a great addition to your diet and a true superfood, but what exactly is it?

Wheat Germ Vs. Wheat Bran - The Differences You Need To Know

Wheat bran is the outer layer or shell of the wheat kernel removed during milling, making up about 14% of the whole grain's composition. The wheat germ is the heart (or embryo) of the wheat kernel that grows into a new wheat plant. It is the smallest part, making up only about 3% of the grain's composition.

Wonders of wheat germ

As it turns out the Mayo Clinic ranks wheat germ as one of the 10 healthiest foods… so why aren’t we all eating it?

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My Life with Wheat Germ

Goal of this blog: share the wonders of wheat germ with the world, but more importantly, share my love of cooking and food with everyone in hopes that they will like it more too.