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Wheat Germ
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wheatgerm
What is Wheat Germ?
The germ of the wheat kernal is the small "embryo" which is sifted out along with the bran during the flour making process. Wheat germ contains a high concentration of vitamins, minerals, as well as protein and fiber. The germ has a high oil content, in fact an important by product, wheat gerrm oil is derrived from the germ. To maintain freshness purchase wheat germ in small quantities and us it up within a month. Wheat germ is available in health food stores and many grocery stores as well.
Substitute for Wheat Germ
Substitute equal amounts of wheat bran OR oat bran OR rice bran
Equivalents
12 oz. jar wheat germ = 3 cups
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Nutrition Information For Wheat Germ
Serving Size
1 cup
Calories
414
Calories from Fat
99
% Daily Value
*
Total Fat
11g
20%
Saturated Fat
2g
0%
Cholesterol
0mg
0%
Sodium
14mg
0%
Potassium
1026g
30%
Total Carbohydrate
60g
20%
Dietary Fiber
15g
60%
Sugars
0g
Protein
27g
50%
Vitamin A 0%
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Vitamin C 0%
Calcium 0%
•
Iron 0%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Favorite Wheat Germ Recipes
Libido Boosting Shake
Recipe includes kiwi, cateloupe, strawberries, orange, wheat germ, walnut butter and coconut water.
Multi-Grain Dog Food Recipe
Uses whole wheat and all purpose flour, cornmeal, soy flour, powdered milk, oats, wheat germ, brewers yeast, egg and corn oil.
Western Ranch Dog Biscuit Treats
Recipe for dog treats with beef broth, egg, honey, white, oat or rye flour, wheat germ, cracked wheat, bran, oatmeal.
Poppy Seed Sweet Bread
Love'n Bake created this tender sweet bread. The dough is soft and rolls easily into a plump loaf.
Peanut Butter Balls
Bite-sized Peanut butter balls. Honey helps the balls keep their shape when cold, and the wheat germ adds great texture when you bite into them.
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