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Barley grass is rich in vitamins and minerals, has antioxidant properties, and has been shown to reduce cholesterol levels. Use as a cancer preventive or treatment has been suggested; however, this remains to be substantiated.
People also take barley to try to promote weight loss or help prevent some types of cancer. Barley is probably effective at reducing total cholesterol and LDL bad cholesterol. It may also lower triglycerides and increase HDL good cholesterol levels, but the research has been mixed.