Barley Grass Powder
Barley Grass Powder is milled from the whole leaf of a young, freshly harvested Barley Leaf (Hordeum vulgare).
Bulk Barley Grass Powder is a nutrient rich superfood, packed full of vitamins and minerals for everyday health and well being. Known for its alkalising and antioxidant nutritional properties, it also contains Calcium, Vitamin C, Vitamin B6 and Iron. With high levels of Chromium to support macro-nutrient metabolism, this truly is a superfood to have as a supplement on its own, or as an additive for smoothies, juices, or health capsules. As a barley grass powder supplier, we can offer you a wide range of options to meet your nutritional requirements, including 100% organic barley grass powder or conventional barley grass powder.
Barley Grass Powder Product Information
Features
Barley plants are grown on the plains of Canterbury, with fresh glacial waters, fertile soils, superior air quality, and an abundance of natural sunlight. It is harvested at the peak of its potency and mildly dried to ensure the highest concentration of nutrients. With organically grown options, barley grass powder is traceable right down to the paddock it was grown.
Our quest for quality and a competitive edge is ongoing to ensure that our products meet the highest international standards. With quality assurance programmes that maintain control at every point along the production process. Ozone sterilisation methods are used to provide safe bulk barley grass powder, with maximum nutrition. This sterilisation method is performed at low temperatures and is recognised as a safe disinfectant for water and food for many years. This process leaves no residue, meaning it is safe and does not affect the nutrients in Barley Grass.
We are responsible barley grass powder suppliers, sourcing environmentally and sustainably grown barley grass powder. Producing only what is needed whilst balancing the requirements of the land. Authenticity is maintained through strict food safety and traceability protocols.
Flavour Profile
Grassy, earthy and slightly bitter flavour.
Applications
Health ★★★★★
Barley Grass Powder is filled with essential nutrients for everyday health and well-being and used for centuries as part of Chinese Traditional Medicine.
Its nutritional properties make it a unique superfood to have as a supplement on its own, an additive in drinks or in health capsules.
- Contains Dietary Fibre, Protein and Amino Acids
- Contains Chromium, Folic Acid, Carotenes and Chlorophylls
- Contains Vitamins such as Vitamin B1, Vitamin C, Vitamin E and Vitamin B6
- Contains Minerals such as Iron, Potassium, Magnesium and Calcium
- Nutrients such as chlorophyll and beta carotene
Barley grass powder has been reported to have a wide range of health benefits including;
- Modify gastrointestinal condition: Barley grass powder is reported to have natural anti-inflammatory properties supporting gut health whilst the water-soluble dietary fibre stimulates the gut tract by lowering the pH.
- Natural antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals for overall health: Barley grass is rich in functional ingredients, such as gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA), flavonoids, saponarin, lutonarin, superoxide dismutase, potassium, calcium, selenium, tryptophan, chlorophyll, vitamins (A, B1, C, and E), dietary fibre, polysaccharide, alkaloid, metallothioneins, and polyphenols.
- Help maintain skin health: Gamma-aminobutyric acid receptor was found in a study to be a new therapeutic way to support skin inflammation
- Promotes sleep: Barley grass powder with higher gamma-aminobutyric acid, calcium, potassium, and tryptophan contents is a very effective functional food in promoting sleep.
- Help reduce low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol: A study found that 1.2g of barley grass powder a day over two months significantly reduced fasting blood sugar, glycated hemoglobin, total cholesterol, and low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol, but significantly increase the high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol levels.
- Regulates blood sugar and pressure: Saponarin is a flavonoid found in barley grass that possesses potent regulating blood pressure. It’s dietary fibre levels have been found in some studies to significantly reduce fasting blood sugar and blood glucose.
- Support liver detox: Barley sprouts with abundant saponarin were found in a study to possess the liver-protective effect by inhibiting the inflammatory response induced by alcohol.
Gourmet Culinary ★★★★
The mellow grassy flavour of Barley Grass Powder can also be used to enhance the flavour and nutrients of food, desserts, or snacks, to provide a matcha flavour. Mix with water, milk, soy milk, yogurt, juice, or your favourite drink or morning smoothie for a nutritional boost.
Certifications
We have a range of product, quality, and export certifications that help deliver great products where you need it, when you need it, including;
- HACCP
- Non GMO
- Organic Certified
- JAS Organic Certified
- Halal
- Kosher
- FDA Registered
- AQSIQ Registered
Product Packaging
We provide a range of packing options when it comes to bulk barley grass powder delivery. Orders are packed into containers or pellets in selected packaging. Other selected packaging options may be available on request and minimum order quantities apply. Sizes include;
Private Label Food or Health Supplement
Bulk Options for Repackaging or an Ingredient
Retail brands and other packaging may be available on request. Minimum order quantities apply.
Product Variations
Private Label Food or Health Supplement & Bulk Options for Repackaging or an Ingredient
As a Barley Grass Powder supplier, we can offer the following products in private label packaging as well as in bulk as an ingredient for food.
- Barley Grass Powder
- Organic Barley Grass Powder
- Apple and Barley Grass Powder
- Apple and Barley Grass Powder with Probiotics
- Natural Fruits and Barley Grass Powder
- Natural Fruits and Barley Grass Powder with Probiotics
- Barley Grass Powder with Skim Milk Powder
- Natural Fruits and Barley Grass with Manuka Honey Powder
- Customised blend
Retail Ready Brands for Distribution
On request, our retail ready brands may be available for distribution.
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References
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