Wheat Germ & Wheat Germ Oil

Germ is not the biological germs but it is the embryo of the cereal. The so called heart. It is very rich in essential nutrients. Wheat germ is the byproduct of the milling process which products refined products such as sooji,maida and atta. Another byproduct of the milling process is bran. Bran is the outer husk of the grain and is very rich source of fiber. Wheat germ is extracted during the milling process. And wheat germ oil is extracted from the germ. Wheat germ doesn't have a very high shelf life so it must be stored properly. But it is very good resource of mineral,vitamins and can help body builders for their muscle making exercise.

Wheat germ oil is also easily perishable product. But it can be a very good source of daily needed vitamins.