First things first, what is a hemp seed? The answer; they are small, brown seeds. The two most common uses for them are for growing hemp plants and they are also often used as a dietary food. In this article, we’ll teach you a little about both uses!
Technically, there is no difference between hemp seeds you can grow and the ones you can eat. However, depending on what the hemp seed is being used for will change the cultivation of those seeds. Some farmers growing them for consumption will focus more on the volume of seed production and will generally lean towards having more of a dense plant per square foot layout. They are being grown for planting new hemp crops will be grown more for the quality and consistency of the hemp plant as opposed to the quantity.
What are the best hemp seeds to use for growing new plants?
Unless you are going the hemp plant clone route, you’ll be planting seeds.Though there are many theories on this topic and it will be forever discussed, there are a couple general things to consider when choosing what seeds to use. Consider a few of these points:
- Invest in Good Genetics: typically, a genetically isolated seed will give you the best opportunity to be successful. Obviously in this industry, nothing is guaranteed, but you’ll want to stack the odds in your favor. There are plenty of hemp seed resources that have seeds with good resources. If you’re interested in that, we can help!
- Lean Towards Terpene-Rich Seeds: this may take some research, but you’ll want seeds that have been cultivated for terpene isolation. This gives your crops the best chance to have the highest quality of flavor and value possible.
- Only Use Δ9 THC Hemp Seeds: though this seems straightforward, you want to ensure that the hemp you are growing has legal amounts of THC. For hemp, that is 0.3% or less, making the hemp “non-psychoactive”.
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Are there nutritional benefits to eating hemp seeds?
In fact, the first question you may be asking is; will eating hemp seeds make me “high”? The answer is no as they do not produce any kind of mind-altering effect. On top of being a great protein and fiber source, they contain healthy fatty acids such as omega 3s and omega 6s. Hemp seeds also contain trace amounts of vitamin A, B, C and E. It’s common for people to refer to hemp seeds as a superfood.
Here are the macronutrients for three tablespoons (30 grams) of hemp seeds:
- Calories: 170
- Protein: 9 grams
- Fat: 15 grams
- Carbohydrates: 3 grams
- Fiber: 1 gram
Here is some more nutritional composition:
- Calcium: 14mg
- Iron: 2mg
- Magnesium: 215mg
- Phosphorus: 290mg
- Potassium: 360mg
- Zinc: 4mg
Though there are no official published facts about the nutritional benefits of them due to the short history of its legality, they are consumed by people who claim they get the following benefits from it:
- Digestion
- Great Source of Plant-Based Protein
- Skin Health
How do you incorporate hemp seeds into your diet?
There are many ways to incorporate them into your diet! Here are a few ideas for you:
- Mix them in with your oatmeal
- Sprinkle them over your salad
- Use them as an ingredient in baked goods
- Blend them up in your next smoothie
JAXON sources the best hemp in the world (yes, the WORLD) with one goal in mind: Making your day better.
Our products elevate experiences, smooth tension, and calm the mind. Between all our strains, we have your optimum feelings covered. From workdays to the weekends, we have products to help you focus or relax, mingle or chill. We understand life’s ups and downs and believe there is room for Jaxon to help take those experiences up a notch.
In no way should these statements be taken as medical advice. They are intended to entertain and inform. Personal health matters should always be discussed with a medical professional.