Hemp is ​a variety of the cannabis sativa plant. It contains no THC (the thing that gets you high) and is grown for its nutritional value.

Hemp health benefits:

Hemp is incredibly nutritious
Hemp seeds contain over 30% fat. They are exceptionally rich in two essential fatty acids, linoleic acid (omega-6) and alpha-linolenic acid (omega-3). They have about a 3:1 ratio of omega-6 to omega-3, which is considered in the optimal range. This makes them particularly helpful for people who are not getting these essential fatty acids through fish or eggs.

Minerals and antioxidants
Hemp contains an impressive range of minerals and antioxidants including iron, zinc, calcium, magnesium and more! Antioxidants protect the body from oxidative damage, which has been linked to chronic illnesses including heart disease and diabetes. So eating foods that contain antioxidants is beneficial for health.

Hemp protein benefits
Hemp seeds are a complete source of protein, meaning that they provide all nine essential amino acids. Relatively few plant-based foods are complete sources of protein; this makes hemp a great addition to a vegetarian or vegan diet.

Supports heart health
Hemp seeds contain a high amount of the amino acid arginine, which produces nitric oxide in the body. Nitric oxide is a gas molecule that makes blood vessels dilate and relax. This leads to a lowered blood pressure and a reduced risk of heart disease.

Improves the condition of skin
Studies suggest that the immune system depends on the balance of omega 6 and omega 3 fatty acids. Consuming these nutrients can help to treat skin conditions like atopic dermatitis, and lead to good skin health generally. The linoleic acid and oleic acids found in hemp oil can’t be produced by the body but can play a crucial role in skin health, and signs of aging.

When hemp grows, it has a remarkable ability to clean the air
In fact, for every tonne of hemp produced, 1.63 tonnes of carbon is removed from the air. This actually makes the growing of hemp crops a carbon negative activity.

Growing hemp also improves the quality of the soil
The stem and leaves of the hemp plant are jam-packed with nutrients, so as the leaf matter falls to the ground it replenishes the soil. And after harvesting, the remnants of the hemp plant can then be returned to the soil to make for a richer yield the following year.

It is an incredibly fast-growing and durable crop, and was one of the first plants to ever be spun into useable fibre, around 10,000 year ago! The US government even ran a "Hemp for Victory" campaign during World War 2:

The use of the plant depends on which part of the plant is being used. Hulled hemp seeds are used for their nutritional value, whereas the stalk is used used for rope, clothing, building materials and paper (to name a few).

Hemp seeds are one of the most nutritionally-complete foods on the planet. A superfood that’s actually worth the hype.

Hemp protein is a great substitute for other proteins because of their benefits as an all-natural plant protein. It’s used as a nutritional supplement by athletes, bodybuilders and is popular within the fitness community.

Hemp protein contains all of the 9 essential amino acids the body needs. In general, animal proteins are easily digestible compared to plant proteins. But research has shown 91-98% of the protein from ground hemp seed is digestible. This is due to the presence of proteins called “edestin” and “albumin”, which our bodies can break down easily. Hemp seed protein is also more soluble compared to other plant-based proteins, making it suitable for drinks, smoothies and other mixes.

The body can readily utilise these proteins to assist with repair and maintenance, reinforcing the idea that hemp is as a complete protein that can assist greatly in keeping our hair, skin, bones and muscles strong.

Hemp protein is packed with antioxidants, minerals, fiber and unsaturated fats that help maintain a healthy heart. All our hemp products contain hemp seed protein as a base, which is ground into fine powder. First the outer shell of the hemp seed is removed, and it then goes through a cold-pressing process and is sifted to become powder.

Find out more about hemp protein here:

https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/hemp-protein-powder

https://www.livestrong.com/article/88254-benefits-hemp-protein/

https://www.popsugar.com.au/fitness/What-Benefits
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