Wheat Germ

Wheat germ provides vitamin E, folate, phosphorus, thiamine, zinc, and magnesium.
It is also a good source of fiber. Wheat germ contains more iron and potassium than almost any other food. A 3.5-ounce portion contains 9.5 mg of iron, 827 mg of potassium, 2 mg of vitamin B1, and 4.2 mg of vitamin B3.
The active elements in wheat germ are vitamin E and the essential fatty acids.
One of the fatty acids in wheat germ, octacosanol, appears to help increase endurance and improve the utilization of oxygen during exercise. It may also help reduce cholesterol in the blood and be useful in treating Parkinson’s disease. Oil derived from wheat germ improves strength and increases longevity.
Nutritional Facts :
Two tablespoons of wheat germ provides 48 calories, 6.4 g carbohydrate, 4.1 g protein, 1.2 g fat, 1.6 g dietary fiber, 17 IU vitamin A, 51 mcg folic acid, 143 mg potassium, 147 mg phosphorus, 7 mg calcium, 41 mg magnesium, and 2.08 mg zinc.