AWGE is a mixture of molecules with a standardized composition derived from chemically modified natural materials. The main component is wheat germ, from which several different substances are extracted. These substances are then altered chemically, through the use of enzymatic and microorganism-derived processes, or by means of fermentational and bio-technological transformation, all in conformation to the quality standards set out for pharmaceutical production (GMP, ISO 9001:2000). After their concentration, the active ingredients are extracted using various physicochemical processes and then molecularly encapsulated and formulated. The result is a semi-natural, semi-synthetic substance in granular form which must be dissolved in water before being ingested. Owing to its complex nature, AWGE contains numerous additional molecules besides its main ingredient. While these compounds are responsible for the peculiar taste of the product, their removal would weaken the product's effectiveness. As some of AWGE's active ingredients are slightly heat-sensitive, the final product must be kept under room temperature, in a refrigerator if possible.
AWGE first was launched as a dietary supplement in Hungary in autumn 1998.