Rainforest Foods Organic New Zealand Barley Grass 140 Capsules

Although mankind has used Barley grain for millennia, only in the early Twentieth Century did we discover the nutritional richness of its young, leafy growth (cotyledons). Abundant in chlorophyll, protein, vitamins and minerals, it is a superfood. It is ideal both for those detox, and for ongoing health.A signature component of barley is chlorophyll. It is high in magnesium, essential to humans for bone strength, proper muscle function and normalising blood pressure and flow.Barley grass’ protein assists us as we build, repair and maintain muscle tissue. The protein in Barley grass has 18 of the 22 amino acids, including all of the eight essential amino acids that the body can’t make for itself. Barley grass is an excellent source of protein for vegans. The vitamin content of
Barley grass is significant. It provides 30 times more Vitamin B1 than cows’ milk, for proper function of the nervous system and muscles. Its Vitamin B2 helps us extract energy from carbohydrates and produce healthy red blood cells. Vitamin B6 is required for the absorption of amino acids and chemicals involved in brain function. It also helps muscle function, enabling blood haemoglobin to bind oxygen. B9 (folic acid) is essential before and during pregnancy, as well as beneficial to blood health. Vitamin B12 is used in almost every process. Vitamin C helps heal wounds and regulate blood flow, and is highly antioxidant.Barley grass is a natural source of minerals. As well as the magnesium in its chlorophyll, it contains calcium, copper, iron, manganese, phosphorus, and
potassium. These are essential, and lacking in modern, processed foods. Calcium promotes healthy, strong bones and teeth, as well as good circulatory and nerve health. Copper helps the body absorb fats and aids melanin and dopamine production, governing mood, reaction to sunlight and skin health. Iron aids red blood cell production, preventing anaemia. Manganese is needed by many functions throughout the body. Phosphorous is required for cellular function. Potassium works with sodium to allow nerve impulses to flow and facilitate muscle reaction.