Barley grass is the young leaf of the barley plant, cut before the grain appears. It gets dried and ground into a powder for supplements. Unlike barley grain or malt, the grass packs a high concentration of vitamins, minerals, and chlorophyll.
People take the powder or juice to support energy levels and overall vitality. You can stir it into water, smoothies, or juice.
Be careful about gluten contamination. Some products labeled gluten-free may still contain traces. Also, if the powder isn't stored properly, mold or bacteria can grow.