Organic Barley Grass Juice

Organic barley grass juice is made from the young shoots of the barley plant (Hordeum vulgare). The juice is extracted from the grass and often concentrated or dried. It is considered a whole food ingredient.

Manufacturers add organic barley grass juice to foods for its nutritional content, often marketed as a source of vitamins and minerals. It is commonly found in dietary supplements, meal replacement powders, and health-focused beverages.

Organic barley grass juice is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a food ingredient. It is a source of nutrients like vitamins and minerals. International bodies like JECFA have evaluated barley grass, but specific evaluations for barley grass juice may vary. Research on the health effects of barley grass juice is ongoing, with some studies suggesting potential antioxidant benefits, but more robust clinical trials are needed to confirm these effects.