Barley grass

Buy barley grass: young green leaves in capsules and powder

Barley grass is the young, green leaf of the barley plant (Hordeum vulgare), harvested before the grain forms. At this early growth stage, the leaf naturally contains chlorophyll, and it has long been used as a green supplement and as part of greens mixes. Only the young leaves are used for barley grass, not the grain; see the label for allergen information.

In this collection you will find Vit4ever barley grass in two forms: organic capsules for on the go and finely ground powder for smoothies, juices and shakes. This way you can choose the form that best suits your daily routine. Below you will read what barley grass is exactly, where it comes from, what forms are available and what to look out for when buying.

What is barley grass?

Barley grass is the grass-like, young leaf of the barley plant. The plant is harvested at an early stage, when the leaf is still young and green and the ear has not yet formed. The leaf is then dried and ground into powder or processed into capsules. Due to its bright green colour, barley grass is often mentioned in the same breath as other green products such as wheatgrass, spirulina and chlorella.

Where does barley grass come from?

Barley is one of the oldest cereal crops in the world and is grown on a large scale. For barley grass, it is not the grain that matters, but the young leaf that is harvested early in the growing season. Vit4ever uses young barley grass that is dried and ground; the barley grass powder in this collection is of Dutch origin. If you choose the organic capsules, the barley grass comes from certified organic cultivation.

Forms: capsules or powder

Barley grass is available in several forms, each with its own benefits. Capsules are convenient and flavour-neutral: you swallow them with some water and do not taste the grassy flavour. They are convenient for on the go or if you want a fixed daily amount. Powder is versatile and cost-effective per serving: you stir it into water, juice, a smoothie or shake. The large 1.1 kg powder package is interesting if you use barley grass daily.

Barley grass powder

The powder is the dried and finely ground young leaf. You mix a measured amount into a glass of water, plant-based drink or a green smoothie. The taste is spicy and grassy; by combining it with fruit, apple juice or other greens you make the drink milder. Powder combines well with other green supplements such as spirulina, chlorella or wheatgrass.

Barley grass capsules

The organic capsules contain barley grass in powder form, filled in a plant-based capsule. They are vegan and flavour-neutral, so you do not taste the grassy flavour. A package with a large number of capsules lasts a long time and makes it easy to make barley grass a regular part of your daily routine, even when you are on the go.

Dosage and use

How much barley grass you use depends on the form and the product. With powder you generally use a measured amount (for example, a teaspoon or an included measuring scoop) that you stir into a glass of liquid. With capsules you take the number of capsules stated on the packaging, with some water. Start slowly if you are not yet used to barley grass and gradually build up your intake. Always follow the directions for use on the packaging for the correct amount and frequency of use.

When do you take barley grass?

There is no fixed time at which you should take barley grass; you choose a time that suits your daily routine. Many people use the powder in the morning with water, juice or a smoothie, while capsules can easily be taken with a meal or taken on the go. Preferably choose approximately the same time every day, so that you can easily maintain the use. Follow the directions for use on the packaging for the recommended time and frequency of intake.

Who is barley grass interesting for?

Barley grass is popular with people who want to supplement their daily diet with a plant-based, green product and with lovers of smoothies and greens. Because the capsules and powder from Vit4ever are vegan, they fit into a plant-based diet. If you use blood thinners, are pregnant or breastfeeding, or use medication, consult a doctor or other expert before starting. Barley grass is a dietary supplement and not a replacement for a varied diet.

What to look out for when buying barley grass?

When choosing, pay attention to the form (capsules or powder), the package size and whether it is organic barley grass. Also look at the origin and whether the product is vegan. For daily use, a large package of powder is often cost-effective per serving, while capsules are more convenient for on the go or a fixed dosage. Check the label for the composition and the recommended amount.

Also view our other green supplements and related collections: Spirulina, Chlorella and Herbs & Plants.