What are the benefits of hemp seed?
A single pound of hemp seeds can sustain a human life for two weeks, making it a highly nutritious “superfood.” Just 1 tbsp. hemp seeds provides the recommended daily allowance for essential fatty acids.ProteinContaining all essential amino acids, hemp seeds are considered a complete protein. Richard Rose wrote in his book “The Hempnut Cookbook,” co-authored by Brigitte Mars and Christina Pirello, that hemp seeds supply more protein than meat or fish.DigestibilityHemp seeds have a higher percentage of amino acids than soybeans. Unlike soybeans, hemp does not contain enzyme inhibitors that produce indigestion and gas. The nutty flavor of hemp seeds is similar to pine nuts.EFAThe oil in hemp seeds is rich in essential fatty acids (EFA). Specifically, hemp seeds have 56 percent omega-6 EFA and 20 percent omega-3 EFA in a healthy ratio of 3 to 1. Omega-3 fatty acids are vital for brain function, mood balance and cardiovascular health.GLAHemp seeds are also a good source of rare gamma linol
