Inflammation is the response of the body tissues to injury or irritation; characterized by pain, swelling, redness and heat. The terms used to describe inflammatory conditions ends with the suffix “itis” e.g. colitis, inflammation of the colon.
Wheatgrass contains three powerful: Super Oxide Dismutase (SOD), P4D1 and D1G1, which are well-known well-known for their anti-inflammatory action, addressing pain, heat and swelling. According to Dr. Kubota of the Science University of Tokyo, all three have anti-inflammatory action that is superior to the much touted aspirin.
Inflammatory condition may also be caused by infection. Chlorophyll, which is abundant in wheatgrass, has antiseptic action that is proven to help the body fight infection.
For gouty arthritis, wheatgrass diuretic and alkaline properties helps the body break down and eliminate uric acid.