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Want to know why we love hemp seeds?

These little hemp seeds pack a powerful punch, which is why some consider them a perfect food. Hemp seeds were first used in China over 6000 years ago as a staple food. Infact, hemp production is one of the oldest industries on the planet. Not only can we eat this incredible plant but we can also use it to make paper, clothing and fabrics, body care, plastic, building material and fuel. Wow! So what makes this seed so special?

Benefits to hemp seeds:
1. Rich in omega-3 fatty acids. Hemp seeds contain all the essential fatty acids necessary for humans. Hemp seeds provide a perfect ratio of omega 3 fatty acids to omega 6 fatty acids.
2. High in protein, containing one of the highest amounts of plant protein next to algae. This protein is very easy to digest and use as energy.

3. This superfood is rich in sulfur, known as the beauty and longevity mineral.

4. Contains high levels of minerals, including iron.

5. Hempseeds contain GLA (gamma linolenic acid), a super anti-inflammatory essential fatty acid that is also known to balance hormones.

6. Unlike animal protein, hemp seeds are an alkaline protein, helping to balance the pH of your body for optimum performance.

I love sprinkling these little gems on salads, soups, oatmeal, and just about any food that needs some added nutrition. What's your favorite way to use hemp seeds??


Hemp Seed Pesto Recipe
vegan

Ingredients:
2 cups of fresh basil
1/2 cup walnuts
1/4 cup nutritional yeast
1 clove garlic
1/2 lemon juice
*1/2 cup Vega Antioxidant EFA Oil Blend
1/2 cup hulled hemp seeds
1/2 tsp sea salt

Directions:
place all ingredients in a food processor or high speed blender and combine until smooth. Add more oil if you like a thinner consistency. 

*You can also use olive oil. This Vega antioxidant oil combines green tea oil, pomegranate oil, hemp seed oil, coconut oil, blueberry oil, black raspberry oil, black cumin seed oil, cranberry seed oil, flax seed oil, pumpkin seed oil.