Sunday, May 8, 2011

Superfoods #2 Hempseed

Hemp production history goes way back to 8000 BC according to the Columbia History of the World. History of use of hemp and cultivation found in North America, Europe, and the great civilizations of India, Sumeria, Mesopotamia, Persia, Egypt, and Central America.
Hemp plant is resistant to pests and illnesses that it does not require pesticides or herbicides.

Hempseeds have all of the essential amino acids and essential fatty acids. Raw hempseeds contain 33 to 37 percent digestible protein, and have balanced omega-3 and omega 6 fatty acids. Also, rich in omega 9 as well.

Hemp has been used in producing body care products, clothing and fabrics, paper, rope, plastics, and for building materials.

I love to use hempseeds in my smoothie, crackers, or just sprinkle on the salad.

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