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1. Industrial hemp seeds are very nutritious
Hemp seeds, which are placed botanically between the nuts, are a nutritionally balanced food.
They have a subtle nutty taste and are often known as hemp hearts.
Hemp seeds contain more than 30% fat, which is rich in essential fatty acids, linoleic acid (omega-6) and alpha-linolenic acid (omega-3).
Hemp seeds also contain gamma-linolenic acid, which is associated with health benefits for the human body, e.g. it affects the quality of hair and nails, has anti-inflammatory effects, rejuvenates joints, etc.
Industrial hemp seeds are, among other things, an excellent source of protein, because these essential nutrients make up more than 25% of the total calories in this food.
For comparison, chia seeds or flaxseeds contain only 16-18% of the protein.
It is also an excellent source of vitamin E and minerals such as phosphorus, potassium, sodium, magnesium, sulphur, calcium, iron and zinc.
You can eat them raw, cooked or even roasted.
Hemp seed oil also has many health benefits, for example in ancient China, hemp seed oil has been used for more than 3,000 years as a food as well as a medicine.
2. Industrial hemp seeds help reduce the risk of heart disease
Heart disease is one of the most prevalent diseases in the world.
It is scientifically proven that regular consumption of hemp seeds reduces the risk of heart disease.
Cannabis seeds contain a high percentage of arginine (an acid that is part of protein) which produces nitric oxide in the body.
Nitric oxide is a gas molecule that causes the veins to dilate and release, resulting in lower blood pressure and a subsequent reduction in the risk of heart disease.
Also, a gamma-linolenic acid found in cannabis is also associated with anti-inflammatory effects that reduce the risk of heart disease.
3. Industrial hemp seeds and hemp oil help with skin conditions
Fatty acids, such as omega-3and omega-6, can affect our body’s immunity.
Hemp seeds are an excellent source of these polyunsaturated and essential fatty acids.
Omega-6 and omega-3 fatty acids are in a 3:1 ratio in hemp seeds and this is considered optimal for the human body.
Studies show that if cannabis oil is given to people with eczema, the ratio of essential fatty acids in the blood improves.
It also benefits dry skin, reduces itching and the need to take dermatological medications.
4. Industrial hemp seeds are an excellent source of plant protein
Up to 25% of the calories we get in hemp seeds are protein, which is relatively high.
Hemp seeds can provide us with the same amount of protein as beef or lamb.
30 grams (or 2-3 spoons) of hemp seeds contain up to 11 grams of protein.
They are considered a complete source of protein, which means they contain all the essential fatty acids.
Essential fatty acids cannot be produced by the body itself and must be supplemented with a balanced diet.
Complete protein sources occur very rarely in the plant world, because plants usually lack the amino acid lysine.
5. Hemp seeds can reduce symptoms of PMS and menopause
Up to 80% of women of childbearing age suffer from physical or emotional symptoms of Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS).
These symptoms are most likely due to sensitivity to the hormone prolactin.
Gallic linolenic acid (GLA), found in hemp seeds, reduces the effects of prolactin.
In the study, when women with PMS syndrome used 1 gram of essential fatty acids (including 210 mg of GLA) per day, there was a significant reduction in PMS symptoms. Breast pain and tenderness, depression, irritability and fluid retention were reduced.
6. Peeled hemp seeds aid digestion
Fiber is a key component of the diet and is associated with healthy digestion.
Shelled hemp seeds are a good source of soluble and insoluble fibre.
Soluble fibre forms a gel-like substance in our intestines that is a valuable source of nutrients for bacteria in the digestive tract and can lower blood sugar and cholesterol levels.
Eating insoluble fibre is also associated with a reduced risk of diabetes.
