Manitoba Harvest Hemp Hearts Raw Shelled Hemp Seeds, Natural, 1 Pound - Packaging May Vary

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One of the most common misconceptions surrounding hemp seeds is their association with THC, the psychoactive compound found in marijuana. However, it’s crucial to note: There you have it! Honestly, if you don’t know where to start on this mouthwatering list, you are in good company. I’m a sweet tooth girl at heart so I want to make the superfood balls first, but that panzanella salad or the autumn cobb salad?! They look unreal too, I might just make a whole week of preparing hemp hearts recipes at home!

However, even without the shells, hemp seeds are a god source pf fiber, with three tablespoons containing approximately 1.2 g of fiber. There isn’t much difference when it comes to the nutritional value of hemp seeds and hemp hearts since they have similar nutrient composition. Both hemp seed forms contain protein, vitamins, all the known essential amino acids, minerals, as well as Omega 6, Omega 3, and Omega 9 fatty acids. Yang Y, Lewis MM, Bello AM, Wasilewski E, Clarke HA, Kotra LP. Cannabis sativa (Hemp) Seeds, Δ9-Tetrahydrocannabinol, and Potential Overdose. Cannabis Cannabinoid Res. 2017;2(1):274–281. doi:10.1089/can.2017.0040 Oat flour– I am using homemade oat flour. Place rolled oats into the jug of your blender and blend on high speed for just 30 seconds to make homemade oat flour. You can also use almond flour for a grain-free paleo option.They are safe to eat compared to hemp leaves as they don’t contain cannabidiol (CBD), the active compound of cannabis, so they are perfectly safe to eat, even for kids! Nutrition Profile Essential Fatty Acids: Hemp seeds and hearts contain essential fatty acids omega 6 and omega 3 in the optimal ratio of 3:1. These help reduce inflammation in the body and prove effective in managing chronic and neuropathic pain.

Researchers agree that hemp seeds/hearts provides an excellent source of nutrition. Here are some key facts about the incredible health benefits this superfood offers: McRae MP. Effectiveness of fiber supplementation for constipation, weight loss, and supporting gastrointestinal function: a narrative review of meta-analyses. Journal of Chiropractic Medicine. 2020;19(1):58-64. doi:10.1016/j.jcm.2019.10.008Hemp hearts, also known as hemp seeds, are the seeds of the hemp plant. While hemp is sometimes associated with marijuana and while they come from the same species of plant the seeds of the hemp plant do not contain any psychoactive properties… you aren’t going to get high eating hemp hearts!! The “hearts” or seeds of the hemp plant are incredibly nutritious and contain healthy fats, plant proteins, fibre, and many other nutrients including calcium, magnesium, and iron. What Are the Health Benefits of Hemp Hearts? These aptly-named hemp hearts are actually extremely good for – you guessed it – your heart, thanks to their super high fatty acid content. Seafood usually comes up trumps as one of the best sources for omega-3 fatty acids, but our little hearts deserve a shoutout, too. Hemp seeds are very high in manganese. When eaten or supplemented in combination with other minerals, including calcium, zinc and copper, manganese helps support bone health and reduces bone loss, especially in older/postmenopausal women who are more susceptible to bone fractures and weak bones. Vonapartis E, Aubin M, Seguin P, et al. Seed composition of ten industrial hemp cultivars approved for production in Canada, J Food Compost Anal. 2015;39:8-12. doi:10.1016/j.jfca.2014.11.004