Wheat Germ is the smallest part of the wheat kernel and is the reproductive part of the kernal. That is why it is called a germ- short for germination. It has more nutrients/ounce than any other grain or vegetable.
In one cup of wheat germ you can get:
144% of your thiamin
34% of your riboflavin
39% of your niacin
75% of your B6
81 % of your folate
26% of your Pantothenic Acid
61% of your fiber
75% of your maganese
130 % of your selenium
29% of your potassium
40% of your iron and more!
It is very unlikely you would eat a cup of it a day, but definitly makes you think more about incoperating it into your diet.
Some good ways to get it into your diet:
1. some cereals
2. my homemade granola bars
3. whole grain breads
For more information:
http://www.wisegeek.com/what-is-wheat-germ.htm
http://www.nutritiondata.com/facts/cereal-grains-and-pasta/5743/2
