Triticum (Wheatgrass)
Wheatgrass
Triticum aestivum
Mineral-rich green juice for vitality, detox and daily energy.
Wheat grass · Herb · Parts: Young grass, Leaf
- Taste (rasa)
- Sweet, Bitter
- Energy (virya)
- Cooling
- Balances
- Pitta, Kapha
What it is used for
Benefits
- Dense source of chlorophyll, vitamins and minerals
- Supports digestion and regular elimination
- Used for skin clarity and post-illness recovery
How it has been used
Traditional uses & benefits
Wheatgrass is a modern green tonic used for blood-cleansing, energy and mineral density rather than a classical Ayurvedic plant.
Traditional uses
- Daily vitality and mineral replenishment
- Gentle digestive and eliminative support
- Skin clarity and recovery after illness
Practical guidance
- 1Take on an empty stomach in the morning; food immediately after can reduce absorption.
- 2Start with 30 ml; larger doses can cause nausea or loose stools.
- 3Avoid if you have a wheat allergy or celiac disease, though grass itself is usually gluten-free.
How much
Dosage
30 ml fresh juice daily on an empty stomach, or 3-5 g powder in water.
How to take it
Preparation & usage
Fresh wheatgrass shot
Juice young wheatgrass and drink immediately, diluted with water if needed.
Morning, before food
Wheatgrass powder
Stir 1 tsp powder into a glass of water or coconut water.
Morning
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Precautions
- Avoid if you have a wheat allergy or celiac disease
- Start small; larger doses can cause nausea or diarrhoea
- Consult a clinician during pregnancy or illness
Where this comes from
Sources
Common questions
What is Wheatgrass used for?
Mineral-rich green juice for vitality, detox and daily energy. In traditional use the main applications are: Dense source of chlorophyll, vitamins and minerals; Supports digestion and regular elimination; Used for skin clarity and post-illness recovery.
What is the typical dosage of Wheatgrass?
30 ml fresh juice daily on an empty stomach, or 3-5 g powder in water. Amounts vary with age, constitution and health status, so confirm your own dose with a qualified practitioner.
How and when should Wheatgrass be taken?
Fresh wheatgrass shot: Juice young wheatgrass and drink immediately, diluted with water if needed. Timing — Morning, before food
Are there any precautions with Wheatgrass?
Avoid if you have a wheat allergy or celiac disease Start small; larger doses can cause nausea or diarrhoea Consult a clinician during pregnancy or illness Speak to a doctor before use during pregnancy or breastfeeding, or if you take prescription medication.
Does Wheatgrass replace medical treatment?
No. This page documents traditional Ayurvedic use for education; it is not a diagnosis or treatment and does not replace prescribed medication or professional advice.
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