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Facts

• Contains all 21 known amino acids including the 8 essential ones you cannot produce on your own
• Hemp does not contain any phytic acid or enzyme inhibitors which soy protein contains
• Much easier and safer to digest than soy protein
• Hemp does not require pesticides or genetic alterations in order to be grown, in fact in can be grown pretty much anywhere
• Good source of Gamma Linoleic Acid (GLA) which is a very rare nutrient
• Good Source of fiber, thiamin, niacin, vitamin E, folic acid, magnesium, calcium, potassium, iron, and zinc.
• One of the best sources of Essential Fatty Acids with a perfect 3:1 ratio of Omega-3 and Omega-6
• Fiber content of 40%, which is the highest of all flour grains

Source: www.hemptraders.com

Health Benefits

• Weight Loss: filling, reduces cravings for sugary and starchy foods
• Increased and longer-lasting energy (I can most certainly vouch for this one)
• Strengths immune system
• Improve digestion: Hemp seeds are used to treat constipation and hemorrhoids in Asia
• Lower cholesterol and protect heart health
• Healthy skin and hair

Uses

• Add it to smoothies, salads, baked goods, snacks, icecream, etc
• Hemp seeds are a very versatile food and can be added to pretty much any recipe
• Helpful (essential!) for vegans

(Source: sunshel, via apathyfruit)