The use of wheat germ oil has been practiced since the time of our great-grandmothers. Even then, people began to notice its healing properties: wound healing, anti-inflammatory, moisturizing, nourishing and rejuvenating. This oil is rich in vitamin E, making it an indispensable skin care product.
In modern times, the use of wheat germ oil has found its way into cosmetology and medicine. For example, in dermatology, it is an adjuvant in the treatment of burns and skin diseases (dermatitis, eczema, psoriasis). Thanks to its nourishing and softening properties, the oil eliminates dryness, flaking and inflammation of the skin, promotes healing of cracks on the lips, elbows and feet. In cosmetology for skin care prone to rashes, excessive dryness or premature aging, wheat germ oil also remains indispensable. Its use in the composition of masks and wraps helps to increase skin elasticity, reduce stretch marks, soften cellulite deposits. FROMsuccessfully used as a prophylactic against wrinkles, sagging and flabbiness of the skin. And, of course, it is an indispensable component in the composition of products aimed at treating and restoring dry, brittle and depleted hair by dyeing and chemical perms.
Ways to use oil
The use of wheat germ oil in its pure form is not practiced either in medicine or in cosmetology. Basically, it is the base for creating compositions with essential oils or for enriching any hair and skin care formulations (shampoos, creams, masks). For example, to prevent the formation of stretch marks during pregnancy, the skin on the abdomen and thighs is treated with a mixture of wheat germ oil, tangerine and lemon (with the calculation of 1 tsp of fatty oil and 2 drops of essential oils). If stretch marks still appear, then the mixture is prepared with rosemary (2 drops) and lavender (1 drop). For anti-cellulite massage, a composition is prepared from basic fatty and essential oils (cypress, rosemary and citrus). To soften hardened skin areas (elbows, knees, heels), wheat germ oil is practiced in the form of applications: gauze is soaked and applied to problem areas.
Eating wheat germ
As for fresh wheat germ, they are invaluable in their composition. By using this fairly affordable product, you get 12 types of vitamins, more than 15 amino acids and at least 20trace elements. General indicators for the use of sprouted grains is the general exhaustion of the body after physical and mental stress. Activation of brain activity, improvement of memory, normalization of hormonal balance, rejuvenation, cleansing of the body - all this is done by wheat germ. Their benefits do not end there: for athletes, they are an indispensable source of protein, contributing to both weight loss and muscle gain. Wheat germs contribute to the normalization of metabolism and supply the body with the daily norm of essential trace elements. For weight loss, you need to take 20-25 g of sprouted grains three times a day with a glass of clean water. During this diet, you need to reduce your calorie intake to 900 units per day. Basically, the diet should be dominated by vegetables, dairy products, as well as boiled eggs, lean meat and fish. For gaining muscle mass, it is recommended to take 60-40 g of grains three times a day. The diet itself should be designed in such a way that the calories consumed exceed those expended. The use of wheat germ is also recommended for people who have problems with the intestines. By introducing 40-60 g of grains into the daily diet, you can stabilize the stool, cleanse the intestines, get rid of heaviness in the stomach.
