Ingredient

Wheatgrass

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Source

Not animal-derived

Allergen

Role in food

Manufacturers add wheatgrass for its nutritional content, often marketed as a 'superfood.' It is …

What it is

Wheatgrass is the young grass of the wheat plant, Triticum aestivum. It is harvested when it is still green and tender, typically about 7 to 10 days after sprouting. It can be juiced, dried into powder, or used as a dietary supplement.

Why it's used

Manufacturers add wheatgrass for its nutritional content, often marketed as a 'superfood.' It is commonly found in fruit and vegetable juices, smoothies, protein powders, and health drinks. It can also be used as a natural green food coloring.

Health notes

Wheatgrass is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a food ingredient. It is a source of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. While some studies suggest potential health benefits, such as improved digestion or immune support, more research is needed to confirm these effects. JECFA has evaluated wheatgrass and did not set a numeric limit (ADI not specified).

Allergen info

Wheatgrass is derived from wheat, which is one of the 9 FDA major allergens. It contains gluten.

Products containing Wheatgrass

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NATURE'S PATH ORGANIC Superfood Granola Smoothie Bowl Cereal 467kcal 10Protein 20Fat 63.3Carbs

Pepsico Inc. Naked Boosted Green Machine Juice Smoothie 15.2 Fluid Ounce Plastic Bottle. Non Alcoholic Beverages Ready to Drink 55kcal 0.4Protein 0Fat 14.2Carbs PepsiCo, Inc. (CytoSport) Mixed Berry Plant-Based Protein & Greens Fruit & Vegetable Powder Drink Mix, Mixed Berry Energy, Protein & Muscle Recovery Drinks 378kcal 44.4Protein 6.7Fat 35.6Carbs PepsiCo, Inc. (CytoSport) Strawberry Banana Plant-Based Protein & Greens Fruit & Vegetable Powder Drink Mix, Strawberry Banana Energy, Protein & Muscle Recovery Drinks 378kcal 44.4Protein 6.7Fat 37.8Carbs Urban Remedy (Grass) Hopper Pie Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 55% DV per serving 438kcal 7.8Protein 34.4Fat 29.7Carbs Pines International Inc Pines, Green Duo Wheatgrass And Alfalfa Superior Blend Powder Powdered Drinks 286kcal 28.6Protein 0Fat 57.1Carbs Arden's Garden the Juice Market Inc. Cold Pressed Juice Shooters, Wheatgrass, Ginger, Lemon, Cranberry Fruit & Vegetable Juice, Nectars & Fruit Drinks 62kcal 0.8Protein 0.8Fat 16.1Carbs Wm. Bolthouse Farms Inc. Daily Greens 100% Fruit & Vegetable Juice Fruit & Vegetable Juice, Nectars & Fruit Drinks 38kcal 0.4Protein 0Fat 9.6Carbs

Wm. Bolthouse Farms Inc. Bolthouse Farms, Fruit & Vegetable Juice, Daily Greens, Daily Greens Fruit & Vegetable Juice, Nectars & Fruit Drinks 38kcal 0.4Protein 0Fat 9.6Carbs Little West LLC Go Big Beet, Kale, Carrot, Apple, Wheatgrass, Lemon, Ginger Ultra Premium Cold-Pressed Fruit & Vegetable Juice Blend, Go Big Fruit & Vegetable Juice, Nectars & Fruit Drinks 46kcal 0.8Protein 0Fat 10.6Carbs Naked Juice Green Machine Flavored Blend Of 5 Juices Partially From Concentrate, Green Machine Fruit & Vegetable Juice, Nectars & Fruit Drinks 57kcal 0.7Protein 0Fat 13.2Carbs Naked Juice Lively Greens Flavored Blend Of 7 Juices Partially From Concentrate, Lively Greens Fruit & Vegetable Juice, Nectars & Fruit Drinks 33kcal 0.4Protein 0Fat 7.1Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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