Parts of the Hemp Plant Used:
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Description:
It’s a healthy breakfast food and snack food that’s made from organic ingredients, such as hemp seeds. It’s a good alternative to fish oils in the market.
How it’s Made:
Hemp granola is made of sea salt, organic cane juice, organic rolled oats, brown rice flour, organic soy oil, organic hemp seeds, organic flax seeds, organic molasses, oat syrup and rice bran.(1)
Advantages:
Hemp contains all nine amino acids, protein and omega 3 fatty acids that are essential to one’s health.(2)
Disadvantages:
If eaten immensely, hemp can cause loose stools or diarrhea.(3)
History:
Hemp was first use by humans in the beginnings of recorded history. Ancient China and India recorded the use of hemp as food for humans and animals.(4)
Looking to the Future:
In the coming years the demand for hemp in food and health sector is forecasted to increase. Sufficient clinical research should be encouraged to determine further the pros and cons of hemp products.(5)
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