Overview:

Hemp seeds, also known as hemp hearts, are the seeds of the hemp plant (Cannabis sativa). They are highly nutritious and have gained popularity in recent years due to their potential health benefits and versatility in cooking. Technically a nut, hemp seeds are very nutritious. They have a mild, nutty flavor and are often referred to as hemp hearts. Hemp seeds contain over 30% fat. They are exceptionally rich in two essential fatty acids, linoleic acid (omega-6) and alpha-linolenic acid (omega-3).

Benefits:

• Improved Digestion
• May Help Reduce Eczema۔
• May Reduce Symptoms of PMS and Menopause۔
• Fatty acids to protect skin and hair۔
• Healthy fat and fiber to lower cholesterol۔
• May Benefit Skin Disorders۔
• Protect the brain۔
• Boost heart health۔
• Reduces inflammation۔
• Healthy Source of Plant Based Protein۔

How to Consume:

Hemp seeds are known for their nutty flavor and can be consumed in various ways:

Risks and side effects:

Adding a lot of hemp seeds (especially with their fibrous shells intact) to your diet all at once can lead to stomach upset, gas and diarrhea. A serving is 3 tablespoons, but consider starting off with 1 tablespoon per day and gradually adding more.

And if you take medications, talk to your healthcare provider before adding hemp seeds to your diet. Hemp seeds may interact with certain medications, like: