Indicated Ash And Protein Content Is Based On Average Crop Year Environmental Conditions And Straight Grade Extraction Levels The Actual Ash And Protein Content May Vary From Year To Year Based On The Mineral Content Of The Endosperm And Wheat Protein Targeted Functionality Will Remain The Same From Crop Year To Crop Year Wheat Germ Or Wheatgerm Is A Concentrated Source Of Several Essential Nutrients, Including Vitamin E, Folate (Folic Acid), Phosphorus, Thiamin, Zinc, And Magnesium, As Well As Essential Fatty Acids And Fatty Alcohols8]9] It Is A Good Source Of Fiber10] White Bread Is Made Using Flour That Has Had The Germ And Bran Removed11] Wheat Germ Can Be Added To Protein Shakes, Casseroles, Muffins, Pancakes, Cereals, Yogurt, Smoothies, Cookies, And Other Goods12] Wheat Germ Can Become Rancid If Not Properly Stored In A Refrigerator Or Freezer13] And Away From Sunlight14] Some Manufacturers Prevent Rancidity By Storing Wheat Germ In Vacuum-Sealed Glass Containers, Or By Placing An Oxygen Absorber Sachet Inside Air-Tight Packaging Wikipedia