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Hemp
We are beginning to see more and more Hemp products on our grocery shelves. Examples of currently available Hemp food products include salad dressings, nutrition bars, breads, cookies, granola, waffles, nut butter, chips, pasta, frozen desserts and cold-pressed oil supplements. Manufacturers promote Hemp foods for their exceptional nutritional and taste benefits. The question is; What are the nutritional benefits of adding Hemp into your diet?
These tiny seeds are jam-packed with important nutrients. They contain essential minerals such as phosphorus and magnesium which strengthens our bones. They also have an abundance of vitamin E, which protects our body tissues from damage. In addition, they can improve immune function, raise energy and relieve dry hair and skin. Hemp may even reduce the symptoms of PMS. Hemp seeds are one of the best sources of vegetable protein and contain a full complement of essential amino acids, according to the San Diego Earth Times.
The seeds can also be used in dishes such as pastas and soups. Hemp seeds are high in minerals such as potassium, iron and zinc and have a much higher amount of concentrated nutrients than soybeans, according to the health section of the Web site innvista.com. Most importantly though, hemp seeds contain both omega 3 and omega 6 essential fatty acids and I highly recommend these to keep your health in tip-top shape. They have been connected to attaining healthy cholesterol levels, protecting against heart disease, and lessening the risk of Alzheimer's disease. Approximately fifty-five percent of hemp is actually composed of linoleic acid, which is the major component of flax seeds, which you all know are great for you as well.
So you want to get more hemp into your diet? It's easy to do. First, replace other oils with Hemp seed oil. Hemp seed oil should always be used raw and uncooked. Hemp seed oil can be used in all of your favorite healthy recipes that do not involve cooking: for example: salad dressings, dips, pesto, hummus, guacamole, shakes, and smoothies. Hemp seed oil can also be taken directly( 1 or 2 Tablespoons per day as a nutritional supplement). Be sure to store Hemp oil in a dark place to retain nutritional value.
Next, Sprinkle the hulled hemp seeds on everything from salads, to yogurt, oatmeal, eggs, sandwiches and use in batters for muffins and cakes. Hemp seeds have very little taste, so you'll barely even know that they're there! Hemp products are even okay for those of you who avoid gluten, animal protein, sugar, soy and dairy. Now that's my kind of seed! You can also drink Hemp milk, spread Hemp butter on whole grain bread or crackers, eat Hemp granola for breakfast or add a scoop of Hemp protein powder to your smoothies. Store your seeds in the refrigerator to retain best nutritional value.
With so many health benefits and options available, I recommend eating a little Hemp every day!
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