• Why is extraction of wheat germ oil important?
  • Extraction of this oil from wheat germ is important for the effective utilization of its various potential nutraceuticals that have reported health benefits. This review also explains detailed chemical composition, processing, functional activities, and potential utilization of wheat germ oil.
  • What is wheat germ oil?
  • Wheat germ oil is a valuable by-product from wheat grain which is a good source of important nutraceuticals such as ¦Á- and ¦Â-tocopherol. Extraction of this oil from wheat germ is important for the effective utilization of its various potential nutraceuticals that have reported health benefits.
  • Is wheat germ oil a good source of health benefits?
  • Oil obtained from wheat germ is found to be a good source of various nutritionally beneficial constituents and carry important health benefits and functional properties. The review will help researchers to carry out further research to improve processing and the quality of oil besides emphasizing on its beneficial aspects.