Wheatgrass Powder

Wheatgrass powder is made from the young shoots of the wheat plant (Triticum aestivum) before it develops into mature grain. The grass is harvested when it is at its most nutrient-dense, then dried and milled into a fine powder. It is often consumed as a dietary supplement.

Manufacturers add wheatgrass powder to products for its nutritional profile, often marketed as a source of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. It is commonly found in dietary supplements, ready-to-drink smoothies, and powdered plant-based milk alternatives, where it contributes a distinct, often slightly bitter, green flavour.

Wheatgrass is not considered a food additive in the UK and therefore does not have an E-number or require authorisation on the Register of Food Additive Authorisations. It is generally consumed as a food or supplement. Some research suggests potential antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects, but robust clinical evidence for significant health benefits in humans at typical consumption levels is limited. The World Health Organization's International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) has not classified wheatgrass. Evidence regarding its health effects is mixed and requires further investigation.