This is our Frequently Asked Questions where you can submit your question to us and we will reply to you as soon as we can.

 

Q: What is the difference between Barley grass and Wheatgrass?

A: There is said to be very little difference between the nutritional contents of Barley grass and Wheatgrass. Many agree though that Barley grass, though slightly bitterer, is a lot more palatable than Wheatgrass. The detoxification reactions to taking Barley grass are also much milder. Thus, both green Barley grass or Wheatgrass are excellent substitutes if you would like to reap the nutritional and healing benefits of one of Nature’s green super-foods. If you are unable to tolerate Wheatgrass juice, then the more palatable green Barley juice is the gentle answer for you. Some say they don’t experience a slight temporary nauseous feeling when drinking the Barley grass juice like they do when they drink the wheat-grass juice. Everyone seems to prefer one cereal grass flavor over the other, it is a matter of personal choice.

Q: Any Side Effects to using Barley grass- or Wheatgrass juice?

A: There are no known side effects attributed to either Barley- or Wheatgrass juice.

Q: Will I have an allergic reaction to the Barley- or Wheatgrass juice?

A: No. The juice is taken from the leaves, it is the gluten content in corn, wheat, and Barley grain which causes allergies. None of the ingredients in these juices contain gluten.

Q: How fast should I drink my Barley- or Wheatgrass juice?

A: We recommend that you sip your green juice in order to increase absorption by mouth, esophagus and the entire gastrointestinal tract. Click here for recommended way to use.

Q: Can I take Barley- or Wheatgrass juice while taking medication?

A: As long as your health practitioner has not forbidden you to eat salads or green vegetables, you can use Barley- or Wheatgrass.

Q: Is there anyone who should not use Barley- or Wheatgrass?

A: Both Barley and Wheatgrass are whole food concentrates, so most people should be able to take it. Those with severe medical problems or complications should consult a health practitioner before introducing something new to their bodies. Those on restricted diet (especially in regard to “green foods”) should also consult a health practitioner.

Q: I started taking Barley and I feel worse. Why ?

A: When you make a change in your diet, your body often goes through a cleansing known as detoxification. This can manifest itself in fatigue, rashes, and headaches. It is your body flushing out toxins.

Q: How do I prepare Barley juice or Wheatgrass-juice in a pleasant way if I find it slightly too bitter?

A: The best is to have your daily intake as is and not to mix it with anything else on an empty stomach but if one cant tolerate the taste it is advisable to mix it with a fruit juice (apple or blackberry). You can also make a delicious nutritious smoothie like the ones in our recipe sections.

Q: What are the benefits of taking the Barley juice or Wheatgrass juice fresh instead of in powder form?

A: The Barley- and Wheatgrass juice powders available at health shops have all the necessary vitamins, minerals & nutrients, however, fresh grass juice contains healthful enzymes not found in dried grass powder, and is likely to be higher in just about every phytonutrient found in cereal grass.

Q: Is it okay to take multi-vitamins with Barley- or Wheatgrass juice?

A: Yes, you can continue taking multi-vitamins while taking Barley- or Wheatgrass juice as Greendoor Barley and Wheatgrass juices are a whole food product which is derived from either fresh Barley grass or fresh Wheatgrass and will not interfere with your multivitamins. In fact, the enzymes and phytochemicals in Greendoor Barley- or Wheatgrass juice can assist with the assimilation of multivitamins.

Q: Can I use Barley- or Wheatgrass juice as a meal replacement?

A: Even though Greendoor’s Barley- and Wheatgrass juices are abundant in nutrients, it is not intended to be a meal replacement. It should be considered a supplement and as part of the overall diet.

Q: Greendoor Barley juice makes me feel so energetic. Does it contain any caffeine?

A: No, Barley juice extract contains no caffeine but testimonies have been given of increased energy. Greendoor Barley juice is very nutritious and provides your body with raw materials that can be converted into energy naturally – unlike caffeine which simply gives one a temporary energy lift.

Q: Can I use Greendoor Barley- or Wheatgrass juice for fasting?

A: Yes, Barley- or Wheatgrass juices are the perfect “foods” for fasting. The protein content and complex carbohydrates provide stamina and energy for the body’s systems.

Q: What if I am allergic to Wheat or Wheat intolerant?

A: Wheatgrass is different than wheat. One is a grain, the other a green vegetable. “Even if grass did have gluten in it – which it definitely does not – you could always switch to barley grass.” - Steve Meyerowitz

Q: How does frozen grass compare to the fresh?

A: No, the Journal of the American Medical Association did not perform a study. But grass users did (See real stories from real people. “Wheatgrass nature’s finest medicine“ by Steve Meyerowitz )

Q: How does frozen grass compare to the fresh?

A: Infact, frozen might even be better We find that as an added bonus, still ice cold, freshly liquidised frozen wheatgrass juice tastes better than freshly juiced wheatgrass. We are starting to serve frozen wheatgrass as an option at the juice bar for this reason. It is particularly good for wheatgrass newbies.” From web site : www.frozenwheatgrass.co.

By juicing the grass  it bursts the nutrients out of wheatgrass cells so that we can absorb them. But inevitably, some intact cells slip through. Freezing the wheatgrass juice unlocks these last cells. Having said that, this is probably only a minor benefit and not worth doing unless you have some other reason to freeze the wheatgrass.

“You should drink your wheatgrass within 15 minutes of defrosting. The sooner the better. The vitamins in the juice will slowly oxidise and loose their health value. This is the reason we snap freeze our wheatgrass immediately after it is juiced.

Frozen is 90% as potent as fresh!