WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN WHEAT GRASS AND GREEN SUPERFOOD?
Our Green SuperFood combines organic greens foods with antioxidant rich fruits and vegetables
and a probiotic and enzyme blend. Green SuperFood provides a great way to get a full spectrum of all the major green superfoods
in a delicious and slightly sweet tasting drink powder. It mixes easily with any beverage and
tastes great even mixed with water. Our Wheat Grass is 100% organic whole leaf wheat grass. It's vegan and gluten free. Amazing Grass wheat grass is not bitter like
some other wheat grasses and has a slightly earthy flavor that many
green food purists crave when mixed in water. It also mixes easily into
any cold beverage and is a great way to ‘green up’ your favorite
smoothie. Many people consume both our Green SuperFood and Wheat Grass
daily; either at separate times or mixed together to get an even bigger
serving of greens.
WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN GREEN SUPERFOOD AND BERRY GREEN SUPERFOOD?
Essentially they are the same formula with the following exception:
Our Berry Green SuperFood adds extra Acai and includes Gogi Berries.
We also infuse a delicious natural berry flavor. For many people, our
Berry Green SuperFood tastes delicious only mixed with water and it is quickly
becoming one of our best selling products.
WHAT IS WHEAT GRASS?
Wheat grass is part of the cereal grass family, which includes Wheat Grass, Barley
Grass, Oat Grass and Rye Grass. Whole-leaf wheat grass powder is highly alkaline
and when grown, harvested and stored under optimal conditions, it is one of the
most potent and nutritious deep green leafy vegetables available.
WHY SHOULD I CONSUME WHEAT GRASS?
There is no debate that consuming dark leafy green vegetables is
extremely beneficial for our health. Amazing Grass offers one of the most potent sources of
dark green leafy vegetables in a convenient way that aligns with today’s busy
lifestyles.
There have been hundreds of government and private studies that suggest
an increase in consumption of green vegetables may reduce occurrence of cancer and
disease, and lead to fewer health problems. Given that over 90% of us
fall short of getting 5 servings of vegetables every day, Amazing Grass
offers an easier and effective way to meet this goal.
ARE AMAZING GRASS PRODUCTS GLUTEN FREE?
Yes, Amazing Grass products are gluten free. Our cereal grasses are harvested prior to jointing, before the grain forms and any gluten is
present. We test for gluten and our products are enjoyed by people worldwide with gluten free diets including celiac disease. Please note,
our Energy Bars are manufactured in a plant that processes wheat, milk,
eggs, soy, peanuts and tree nuts.
HOW LONG UNTIL THE AMAZING GRASS PRODUCTS EXPIRE?
Our Amazing Grass products have at least a 2 year expiration date from the date of their manufacture. Our wheat grass powder is 3 years from
the date of manufacture. We guarantee the nutritional analysis for any
bottles that are unopened and have been stored properly without exposure
to extreme temperatures, until the expiration date listed on the
bottle. Once opened, we recommend storing our products in the
refrigerator or freezer to maintain their highest nutritive levels.
IS THERE CAFFEINE IN GREEN SUPERFOOD?
Our Green SuperFood is very low in caffeine; about 2 to 3 mg per 8 gram serving. By contrast, a cup of brewed Green Tea would typically contain
less than 30 mg of caffeine and even decaffeinated coffee contains approx. 8-14 mg of caffeine. We have approx. 50 mg of green tea extract
per 8 gram serving of Green SuperFood. Our Green Tea extract is high in polyphenols and the extract is very high in EGCG,
an antioxidant that has powerful effects on the body. Our Chocolate Green SuperFood has even less caffeine, less than 1mg per 8 gram
serving. Our Green SuperFood also has 32mg of Siberian Eleuthero Root (Ginseng) per 8 gram serving. A low dosage of ginseng is considered 1 to
2 GRAMS a day or 1000 to 2000 mg a day…so of course 32mg is a VERY small amount. The sustained energy you experience from our products
comes from our green foods and the antioxidant-rich blend of super fruits.
WHAT IS THE ORAC FOR AMAZING GRASS GREEN SUPERFOOD?
Oxygen Radical Absorbance Capacity (ORAC) is a method of measuring antioxidant capacities of different foods.
There are many things to consider when looking at the nutritional value of a product including; vitamins, minerals, enzymes, alkalinity and of
course phytochemicals. Phytochemicals can support antioxidant protection, hormonal action, stimulation of enzymes, anti-bacterial
effects and interference with DNA replication. Essentially they can help protect your body from diseases and cancer mutations.
In addition to providing an abundance of whole food nutritional benefits, our Green SuperFood is also very high in antioxidants. One 8
gram serving has an ORAC score of 2900. One ounce would equate to approx 10,200.
ARE THE AMAZING GRASS CONTAINERS BPA FREE?
Yes, all of our product containers are BPA free. We use the highest quality #1 PETE containers for our organic Wheat Grass powder and #2 HDPE containers for the
rest of our product line.
BPA is found mostly in polycarbonate plastics such as #7. It is probably best to avoid using these containers if possible. There is evidence that heating these containers may cause leaching so microwaving etc is not recommended. Many canned foods are also lined with plastics containing BPA and liquids are more susceptible to any potential
leaching than powders.
WHAT CAN AMAZING GRASS PRODUCTS DO FOR ME?
Life’s daily functions, such as digestion, stress, exercise, and the consumption
of processed foods, coffee or alcohol all form acid. When your body’s pH is in
the acidic range, it retains water to dilute the acidity and stores fat to protect
the body’s organs from the acidity.
Amazing Grass wheat and barley grass has a high alkalizing effect,
which helps restore the balance between acidity and alkalinity in our body. Most
processed foods are acidic, and when we consume too many of them, the
acidity-alkalinity balance is upset. Our cells cannot effectively function if our body is
out of balance. Prolonged acidity can lead to stress of our body’s cells and
organs and ultimately may lead to illness and disease. Cleansing and detoxifying
our body will balance the acidity-alkalinity ratio resulting in
rejuvenated cellular activity.
After our body’s pH levels are balanced, you will notice an increase in
energy, stamina and less need for sleep. Consuming Amazing Grass may
also lead to a decreased
craving for junk food, sweets and may limit overeating.
Amazing Grass has many live enzymes that help aid in digestion and other bodily functions. In addition to the live enzymes, Amazing Grass
is also high in naturally produced anti-oxidants that neutralize free radicals and protect the
skins' connective tissues. There are many testimonials from wheat grass consumers that have noticed
an improvement of their skin’s complexion and overall appearance.
I FEEL DRAINED OF ENERGY AT THE END OF THE DAY, CAN AMAZING GRASS HELP?
There is a good chance it will. Not only does wheat grass give support to nutritional deficiencies, it also eliminates waste that clogs your blood, cells, tissues and
organs.
Ann Wigmore, author of the Wheat Grass Book writes; “Each of us is the keeper of ten trillion little batteries called cells. Like flashlight batteries, our
cells hold a charge of electricity. In order for this charge to be strong and steady we need to have a steady supply of proper nutrients… With the addition
of wheat grass and raw foods to your diet, your cells will store a maximum electrical charge, and you will have plenty of energy.”
WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN TRAY-GROWN WHEAT GRASS AND FIELD-GROWN WHEAT GRASS?
Nutritionally speaking there is actually a quite a difference. First of all, any
wheat grass is good for you. However, tray-grown wheatgrass is quickly grown typically
in water or thin soil and usually harvested in 7 to 11 days. Its rapid growth
cycle produces simple sugars. People generally drink the tray-grown juice for
therapeutic reasons and it’s purported energy boost. Amazing Grass organic Wheat
Grass is grown outdoors in Kansas, which has the most ideal climate…in fact Kansas
ranks number one in wheat grass production for the world. It is grown over 200
days through the Kansas winter. The visible grass grows very little until the
spring, but the roots grow deep in our organic soil and have all winter to absorb
the abundance of nutrients in the mineral rich organic soil. In fact, Amazing
Grass has every nutrient the human body needs to survive, except vitamin D, which
is produced naturally by your skin from sunlight. It is known that a vegetables
nutritional content is a direct result of the soil where they are grown. The optimal
Kansas soil helps explain the abundance of minerals and nutrients in Amazing Grass.
Please see our nutritional chart for a listing of nutrients.
WHAT IS THE SUGGESTED SERVING SIZE?
Amazing Grass Wheat Grass Powder The official serving size is one tablespoon or 8 grams. We recommend 1 to 3 servings per day, again depending on your typical
vegetable consumption per day. Remember, it is a food, not a vitamin. The powder is great mixed with your favorite juice
such as orange juice, apple juice or water. It also makes a delicious smoothie.
I'M ALLERGIC TO WHEAT, CAN I EAT WHEAT GRASS/AMAZING GRASS?
Most likely you can eat wheat grass. Wheat allergies are usually a reaction to
the gluten found in the wheat berry. Wheat grass is a vegetable, cut before the
wheat plant forms the grain (berry). Amazing Grass Wheat Grass has no gluten.
In fact, many customers have found consuming wheat grass actually helps with allergies
since the body needs all the nutrients it can get to combat allergens. It's always
recommended that you check with your doctor/allergist or nutritionist before adding
anything new to your diet, including Amazing Grass Wheat Grass.
WHEN IS THE BEST TIME TO TAKE AMAZING GRASS?
It can be taken any time. Many people take it about an hour before a meal with
water or juice. This allows their body to take full advantage of the nutrients
it needs without competing with other foods. Furthermore, since the dehydrated
grass expands, many find they don’t eat as much at meal time. Some report losing
weight, while feeling healthier and having more energy. Others take it in the
morning to energize their day, while some take it after a night of drinking and
swear it helps them feel much better in the morning. We recommend taking Amazing
Grass first thing in the morning to jump start your day or whenever it is most
convenient and you feel like it.
HOW MUCH AMAZING GRASS IS THE EQUIVALENT ONE SHOT OF WHEAT GRASS JUICE?
The nutritional profiles of Amazing Grass dehydrated whole-leaf powder
and fresh juice are quite different, so any comparison is a rough estimate. That
said, roughly 1 tablespoon is compared in the link below to a shot
of fresh wheatgrass juice. However, there are many differences that should be
noted.
Inequalities in soil conditions, growing time and environment lead to significant
differences in nutritional content. Amazing Grass Wheat Grass is superior in nutrition
and concentration to wheatgrass juice.
Amazing Grass Wheat Grass grown over 200 days through winter in mineral rich Kansas soilgrown outside in the ground with natural sunshineCosts .98 to 1.13 per servingExcellent nutrition w/ complex carbohydratesconsumed for nutritional benefits
Fresh Wheatgrass Juice:
typically grown for 7-14 days in water or thin soil Typically grown in a tray under lights or in a greenhouseCosts $2.00 or more per servingGood nutrition w/ simple sugarsconsumed for therapeutic benefits7 to 10 inches tall at harvest
Amazing Grass Wheat Grass is grown the way nature intended and thus provides a
plethora of vitamins, minerals, anti-oxidants, enzymes and contains all the essential
amino acids. Fresh wheatgrass juice, while highly regarded by many for its potential
therapeutic value, simply isn't given the time to develop fully, and can't compare
with Amazing Grass wheat grass, grown the way nature intended.
WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN AMAZING GRASS WHEAT GRASS AND BARLEY GRASS?
They are very similar in nutritional content. Some people prefer the taste of
wheat grass, while others prefer the taste of barley grass. Wheat Grass tends
to taste sweeter and Barley Grass tends to taste more bitter. When grown under
the same conditions, nutrient levels for Wheat Grass and Barley Grass are very
similar.
I HAVEN'T STORED MY AMAZING GRASS IN THE FRIDGE/FREEZER SINCE I OPENED IT, IS IT STILL GOOD?
Most likely your Amazing Grass product is still fine to consume. Our
products are dehydrated and very low in moisture content. As long as
your product has been stored in a cool dry place, the chances of the
product molding or becoming contaminated are fairly small. When our
products are exposed to high temperatures, heat sensitive nutrients like
betacarotene and some enzymes may have their nutritive levels
dissipated somewhat. However, as long as stored properly (in a dry cool
place) there is a good chance that your Amazing Grass product is still
in great shape and safe to consume. We know many of our consumers
(including all our employees) have traveled with an opened container for
weeks at a time without cold storage. Bottom line, if you have the
ability to store open containers in your refrigerator or freezer, that
is preferred storage method, but our products should be fine to consume
as long as they are stored in a cool dry place.
I DON'T LIKE THE TASTE OF WHEAT GRASS, WHAT'S UP?
Our modern diet consists of an abundance of processed foods, including
junk food
that typically contains sugars or artificial sweeteners. Consequently,
our taste
buds are not accustomed to eating cereal grasses. Many people find they
don’t like the taste the first few times they try wheat grass. These
same people usually find that after taking it for a week they actually
begin to crave the nutritious taste of wheat grass. If you still don't
care for the taste, we suggest mixing it with your favorite juice or
smoothie...making it difficult to taste the wheat grass at all. After
taking it for a few weeks, our customers also report craving
sweets less, eating healthier and feeling healthier. For those who
still have a hard time taking the powder, we recommend taking our
tablets. They
are easy to swallow and give you the same nutritional benefits of
Amazing Grass
powder. Keep in mind our tablets are nutritious whole foods, not
synthetic multi-vitamins.
CAN I TAKE AMAZING GRASS WHILE PREGNANT/NURSING?
Absolutely! We like to answer that question by asking ‘Is it good to eat kale, broccoli or spinach
while you are pregnant?’ Our wheat grass is also a whole-food, green leafy vegetable.
It very is important to get the best nutrition possible when you are pregnant.
Not only for yourself, but of course for your baby. Nearly every doctor or nutritionist will
attest that eating vibrant fruits and vegetables everyday is good for your health, especially
when you are pregnant. We receive great feedback from pregnant mothers who consume our
products during their pregnancy. The Amazing Grass co-founders wives both took our wheat grass
and green superfood daily during pregnancy. They felt great during the entire pregnancy and both are
convinced the greens made a huge difference in her health as well as the health of their children.
The fiber and naturally occurring digestive enzymes really help with
constipation. Wheat grass is a
good source of folic acid and other naturally occurring vitamins and
minerals that your body and
baby need more than ever when you are pregnant. Best of all, it is a
green leafy vegetable...so you are getting your quota of greens
everyday.
CAN I MIX AMAZING GRASS WITH HOT BEVERAGES?
Although we always recommend mixing our drink powders with cold or room
temperature liquids,
the short answer is yes. You can think of the dehydrated fruits and
vegetables in our superfood drink powders similar to how you would think
of heating other common fruits and vegetables. There are some heat
sensitive nutrients like beta-carotene and enzymes that tend to have
their nutritive values compromised when heated above 118 degrees. Think
of eating raw spinach or cooked spinach. When it’s raw it is higher in
beta-carotene and enzymes. Once you cook it, the levels of these heat
sensitive nutrients begin to dissipate. However, even when heated there
are still numerous beneficial nutrients that you are consuming.
Essentially it is better to consume superfoods even when heating them,
then not at all. If heating is required for taste considerations, we
recommend heating your beverage first and then mixing in your superfood
drink powder. We also have several recipes that require heating and can
provide creative and alternative ways to enjoy our superfoods.
DO YOUR PRODUCTS SUPPORT A VEGAN LIFESTYLE?
Yes, we do support a Vegan lifestyle. All of our Amazing Grass products are 100% Vegan!
ARE YOUR GREENS RAW OR UNCOOKED?
Yes, our greens are raw and have not been cooked. Foods are generally considered raw
if they are dehydrated at temperatures under 117 degrees. We dehydrate our greens using a
specially designed low temperature dehydrator. The cell temperature of the leaves doesn’t get
above 107 degrees. This allows them to retain maximum levels of heat sensitive nutrients like
beta-carotene, phytonutrients and enzymes. There are many raw food chefs around the world
that use our greens in their favorite recipes.
THE NUTRITIONAL BREAKDOWN OF AMAZING GRASS WHEAT GRASS:
Below is a list of nutrients contained in Amazing Grass™ Wheat Grass.
Please note that THIS IS NOT A COMPLETE NUTRITIONAL ANALYSIS. This
analysis only shows
those nutrients for which we have had independently tested.
There are
often thousands of nutrients in a whole food like Amazing Grass Wheat
Grass. Like other
leafy vegetables, Amazing Grass Wheat Grass certainly contains other
carotenoids, plant pigments, vitamins, minerals not tested, and likely
other nutrients yet
to be discovered. Where there is no RDI amount listed we do not know of
an RDI for that nutrient. Where there is an asterisk (*), that means the
RDI for that nutrient
is less than 1%.
Amounts are based on one tablespoon (8-gram serving) of
wheat grass powder
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet
** Daily value not established
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