Barley grass is a popular supplement a wholefood made from the leafy portion of the plant it has been reported that barley grass can help relieve the symptoms of various common illnesses including blood clots arthritis digestion problems asthma and diabetes it contains an easily digestible form of protein plus a wealth of enzymes vitamins minerals carotenoids pigments and phytonutrients it is also rich in chlorophyll which is a potent antioxidant and acts as a natural det