Organic Wheat Germ Oil          

 

 

What is Wheat Germ Oil Used For?

Wheat germ oil is used in cosmetic products and as a dietary supplement. Wheat germ oil comes from the germ (the embryo or reproductive part) of the wheat kernel. There are indications that it can be helpful in treating skin conditions, burns, skin ulcers, dry skin, herpes, cardiovascular disease, poor circulation and muscle pain.

                                                                             

Identification

• Wheat germ oil has a dark color, a nutty flavor, and a strong odor.

Function

• To take wheat germ oil, a person can simply eat it or drizzle the oil on salads, vegetables, Pasta or other foods.

Benefits

• Wheat germ oil is one of the best sources of vitamin E. It also provides other vitamins, minerals, protein and essential fatty acids that contribute to overall health.

Fun Fact

• The word "germ" in wheat germ oil does not refer to the kind of "germs" that make us sick; rather it comes from the word "germinate." Wheat germ oil comes from the part of the seed that germinates to grow into the sprout and finally become the wheat grass.

Warning

• Wheat germ oil has many benefits, but it cannot be used by people who are allergic to wheat or gluten.