Leading doctors and researchers claim that hemp seed nutritional composition is one of the most useful and also one of the most affordable food in the world. Food endurance and strength of hemp seeds have the potential to deal significantly with the global protein needs and problems associated with malnutrition and starvation of humanity. It is true that in hemp seed is the presence of THC-psychoactive substance (delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol), but only within less than a percentage of its contents, and the expense of hemp seed is one of the few seeds that contain chlorophyll. A total of 41 known varieties of hemp low tetrahidrokanabiol. These, unlike many other species have a high fiber content (approximately 30-40%).
Unlike plant cultivated for medicinal purposes, hemp varieties grown for the production of fibers and the seed contains less than 0.2% THC. Varieties grown mainly for the production of fiber characterized by long and almost unbranched stems of different colors; Varieties grown for seed yield, then an oil, which is characterized by a high content of protein and essential fatty acids, and most importantly – without anesthetic effects. Hemp seed in the culinary arts. Hemp seeds are characterized by a pleasant aroma, strongly resembling that of sunflower seed and with a slight hint of hazelnut. He successfully can be consumed in the form of ground flour, sprouted seeds in milk (similar to soy milk) and raw, added to various salads, granola, sauces and pasta. The protein contained in hemp seed is much more easily absorbed from animal such, mainly because it is soluble in water.
As a result, the addition of hemp seed in a variety of dishes, salad dressings, smoothies or drinks is extremely easy, with no crosses or be hot. Hemp seed, hemp flour, respectively, can be incorporated and cooked foods without significantly changing its food taste. Chefs argue that the taste of hemp seed blends well even with ice cream, milk or cheese. And from fresh leaves of the plant can be prepared a variety of salads. Assuming hemp seed for one of the most nutritious foods in the world, inevitably in their composition must find a perfect balance of nutrients.
Complete food that is able to meet the needs of people following different diets (vegetarianism, veganism, raw food). The small seed with a diameter of less than a centimeter is “managed” to reconcile in himself full of all the essential amino acids, a sufficient amount of essential fatty acids, vitamins, antioxidants and minerals, all essential for the normal functioning of the human organism. Looking deeper content of hemp seed, we find the following: vitamin A (4.0 IU), C (1.0 mg) and E (9.0 IU), lecithin, minerals – magnesium (856 mg), calcium (74 mg) sodium (9 mg) and iron (3 mg), omega-3 (alfalinolenova acid), omega-6 (linoleic acid, gamma-linolenic acid) and omega-9 fatty acids.
Especially important turns protein edestin (from the town. Edestos – edible) plant globulin, representing approximately 65% of hemp seed, which is the best for consumption and most easily absorbable form of protein in the food chain. The remaining 35% belong to the albumin in the crop. It is true that not only hemp seed has a wide range of useful and vital nutrients, hold them and flaxseed, and many other such plants. Its uniqueness is due solely of protein edestin.
Moreover, these small seeds contain all the essential amino acids and essential fatty acids necessary for maintaining a healthy lifestyle, “served” in a readily available for absorption by the body shape. Hemp seed, hemp flour, respectively, is very suitable tool with a clear soothing effect providing better prevention against diseases of the nervous and cardiovascular system. It has proven anti-inflammatory effect which makes it useful for support therapy of arthritis and autoimmune diseases.
The plant is also provided good diuretic, it helps in the treatment of constipation. Health risks associated with the consumption of hemp seed. As risk through consumption of hemp seed can accept its laxative action. Medics advise when taking anticoagulants should not consume crop in any form. How to choose and to preserve the hemp seeds? When choosing hemp seed, pay attention to the strength and integrity of seeds. Moldy seeds are a sure sign that the product is unfit for consumption.
The same goes for the strange smell when you open the package. Storing seeds based on the same rules that apply to other similar products. It is recommended that the period be short, as appropriate court is of great importance. Always choose glass or pottery that you put in a cool, dry place and in line with the instructions on the product packaging.