Wheatgrass supplies very concentrated nourishment for human consumption as well as for animals.  Wheatgrass supplies an abundance of minerals, vitamins, amino acids (the building blocks of life), chlorophyll, iron, calcium, magnesium, and vitamins A, C, and E. And these are only a few. Research has shown many more benefits derived from its use, including being a good skin healer.  Wheatgrass is gluten free and can be safely consumed by people with celiac disease and others with concerns about gluten, since only the seeds contain gluten. Wheatgrass is high in amino acids.  Athletes and bodybuilders benefit from wheatgrass because it fortifies their routine especially in preparation for competition. It totally supports muscle tissue and speeds up metabolism of fats. A lack of amino acids contributes to depleted energy, and other deficiencies. Bones and tooth enamel are strengthened with the intake of amino acids, and it also plays a major role in stabilizing blood sugar.  We use a diluted sea salt solution that contains a full spectrum of trace minerals to water our greens.  When plants take in these inorganic minerals, they add a carbon atom to them, making them organic.  You then benefit from receiving these trace minerals in their bio-available organic form.  The grass family can take in close to all 90 trace minerals.  Grasses are used for juicing or blending in green smoothies and can also be given to animals.