Rich in protein, with omega-3 and minerals, hemp is the
world's most nutritious seed. The hemp seed is the richest known source of
polyunsaturated fats, containing a perfect 3:1 ratio of omega-6 linoleic acid
and omega-3 linoleic acid. In fact, the hemp seed balance of Omega 3 to 6 fats
is the perfect proportion for human dietary needs, making hemp an ideal
addition to a healthy diet and lifestyle.
We simply
remove the seeds' hard shells, yielding a 100% raw culinary product that tastes
like pine nuts. Enjoy straight out of the bag or sprinkle on your favorite
foods. You'll find great recipes and tips for adding hempseed into your diet at the Nutiva Kitchen.
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Cultivated
for thousands of years throughout Asia and the Middle East before finally
making its way to Europe and then the Americas, hemp is an extremely versatile
and hardy plant. Its many uses include food products, textiles, building
materials, bio-plastics, auto parts and more. Hemp is not to be confused with
marijuana. Although the two plants are related, hemp does not contain THC (the
active ingredient in marijuana), but instead is known as one of the most
nutritious foods on the planet. It was once widely grown in the United States
for its fiber. In fact, one of our founding fathers, George Washington, was a
hemp farmer!
Rich in
protein, omega-fatty acids and fiber, hemp has a nutty-tasting seed with a wide
variety of uses. Hemp is loaded with all 20 amino acids (including the 9
essential). This densely nutritious food is an excellent addition to the diet
of anyone looking for plant-based protein, and is preferred by many vegetarians
and vegans. The protein found in hemp seed is very digestible, making it a
great choice for sensitive diets.
We have a
variety of hemp products to help you add this amazing superfood to your diet.
Hempseed is great for sprinkling over yogurt or salads, adding to shakes, or
including in baked or sautéed dishes, while hemp oil can be used raw or in low
heat cooking. Our variety of hemp protein powders make nutrient-rich shakes and
smoothies.
The seed
we use comes from certified organic and non-GMO hemp that is grown on farms in
Canada. Hemp is the world’s most sustainable plant as it is easily cultivated
and grown in a variety of areas, does not deplete the soil and requires less
water than other crops. We’d love to support U.S. farmers, but it is currently
not legal to grow it in this country! If you’re interested in learning more
about the legal issues surrounding hemp, visit: Vote
Hemp or The Hemp Industries Association.
All of our
hemp products are gently processed to protect the vital nutrients and maintain
high quality and great taste.
