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9 Astonishing Health Benefits of Hemp Seeds

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Chia seed, kale, and goji berries - take note…

There is a new kid on the block and it's here to stay!

This under the radar super-food has a list of benefits that are taking the nutrition world by storm.

Hemp seed is currently in huge demand, and there are many reasons why - Including the long list of nutritional benefits for humans that we’ll be covering today… 

But before we get started, for those who don’t know - hemp seed can’t get you high!

So whether you're curious about the benefits of hemp seed, its nutritional properties, or how it can your health… this one's for you. 

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9 Health Benefits of Hemp Seed

Provides energy boosts

Hemp seed contains approximately 1 gram of complex carbohydrates per tablespoon. This slowly releases glucose into the bloodstream throughout the day rather than in large bursts (causing energy crashes). 

The result is a sustained energy boost without the dreaded afternoon crash. So, if you're looking for healthy breakfast options - consider adding Hemp Seeds!!  

Reduces Inflammation

Hemp seed is rich in healthy fats including  omega-3 and 6 oils - and the perfect ratio of 1:3. In addition to this, the omega-3 oils that are contained within hemp seed have been shown to help reduce inflammation

Hemp seed also contains substantial amounts of GLA - Gamma-linolenic Acid.  This is a polyunsaturated fatty acid that may also have anti-inflammatory effects.  studies with animals have suggested the GLA can act as a potent anti-inflammatory.

However, recent studies in humans suggest that the acid is not always effective for this.

Promotes the health of your gut.

Fibre plays an important role in your body since gut bacteria requires it to function.  Gut bacteria consume fibre while processing food, so not enough fibre can result in indigestion issues.

That’s where hemp seed comes in... Hemp seed is very high in fibre. 

Most of the fibre is in the outer shell of the hemp seed so try and purchase on hulled hemp seeds if possible. However, even without the shell, hemp seeds contain approx. 1.2g of fibre per tablespoon.  From this, we can assume that hemp seed in your diet could be important in maintaining a healthy gut.

Can improve hair, nail, and skin health

Consuming hemp seeds can help repair and moisturize dry and damaged skin. Hemp seeds also support healthier hair, skin and nails. 

Omega-3 oils can help the skin and hair by moisturising and regulating oil production. They can also help build strength and stimulate the growth of the nails too. As we know, hemp seed offers us generous amounts of these oils. 

So if you’re looking for a way to fight problems in these external areas, hemp seed in your diet could give you a leg-up!

May help you lose weight

For the majority of people weight comes down to being in a calorie deficit, which simply means that you are expending more calories than you take in.  So while hemp seeds aren’t a silver bullet for weight loss, they make a great alternative for fatter and richer proteins. 

And yes, hemp seed is a complete protein! 

That means it could even be a substitute for milk and dairy. Hemp milk has lower carbs and sugars than regular dairy milk, and hemp protein powder is a great addition to smoothies to help control appetite.

As it contains all the essential amino acids, hemp protein can also help you build muscle mass. This makes it unique to some other plant-based protein sources that might not constitute a complete protein.

May help correct anaemia

Anaemia is a condition that can occur when the body is not taking in enough iron. Being high in iron, eating hemp seed is a great way to try and fight the condition.

This is because just a single tablespoon of hemp seed contains almost 20% of your daily iron needs per tablespoon.  

May reduce PMS symptoms

Cramping cravings and mood swings.. ugh! The good news: all those essential fatty acids and hemp seeds may help all your PMS woes. 

Research from the Journal of Reproductive Health found that women who consumed at 2 g of essential fatty acids daily over a 6 month period experienced a reduction in premenstrual syndrome symptoms.

That amount of essential fatty acids can be found in a single daily serving of hemp seed or hemp seed oil.

Can help keep a healthy heart

That eating hemp seed can contribute to the prevention of heart disease by helping keep arteries open and blood pressure low.

This is attributed to the ample amount of omega-3 and 6 fatty acids.  Here, the Centre for Genetics, Nutrition, and Health investigates the role of omega-6/omega-3 essential fatty acids in heart health. Hemp seeds also contain high amounts of arginine which turns into nitric oxide in the body. 

Arginine is also important in maintaining heart health as it can reduce the chance of developing heart disease in the future. There may just be a deeper reason behind calling hemp seeds ‘hemp hearts’ after all! 😉

Can help you sleep

Hemp seeds are very high in magnesium. Magnesium is a mineral required for over 300 biological processes in the body and is known in sports medicine for being a highly effective muscle relaxant... 

Magnesium deficiency can cause issues ranging from cramps and spasms, and even symptoms of restlessness and insomnia. According to Nutrition Stripped, a tablespoon of hemp seed provides around 48% of your daily magnesium needs.  

Replenishing your magnesium stock with hemp seed may help you sleep better, concentrate more and have a more productive day.

With all of this to potentially gain from trying hemp seed, it’s no wonder that people are starting to make it a staple of their diet.

Conclusion

Knowing all of the health benefits of hemp seeds, are you going to be looking for it in the supermarket next time you’re out? 

It doesn't matter whether you're trying to use hemp to heal your body, prevent future illnesses, or build overall strength… adding hemp seeds into your diet could truly give you that extra boost you need to reach your goals.

If you liked reading this, we'd love to hear your feedback!  And be sure to share this around if you learned something new.

Want to learn more about hemp and health?  Check out our other blogs here! 

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