Wheat germ
The plant embryo within whole wheat kernels; the most concentrated and cheapest source of spermidine per weight. One tablespoon provides 2.5 mg spermidine. Also helps control cholesterol, triglycerides, diabetic blood sugars, and period symptoms.
Active Compounds
Bioactive compounds found in Wheat germ, based on research from longevity science.
- Spermidine
2.5 mg per tablespoon; the most concentrated source by weight and cheapest per mg.
Source: How Not to Age
Health Benefits
Health conditions and aging processes that Wheat germ may influence, based on the source research.
Improves
- High cholesterol
Source: How Not to Age
- Type 2 diabetes
Source: How Not to Age
- Menstrual Pain
Shown to help improve pain, fatigue, headache, and mood swings associated with painful periods.
Source: The How Not to Age Cookbook
Reduces Risk Of
- High cholesterol
Source: The How Not to Age Cookbook
Recipes with Wheat germ
Sources
- How Not to Age
- The How Not to Age Cookbook