Parts of the Hemp Plant Used:
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Description:
Hemp is being grown without pesticides, so its hemp oil is considered to be non-toxic. It is to a great advantage to make it into a dietary supplement.
How it’s Made:
Hemp seed oil used for hemp dietary supplements are oil extracted and cold-pressed from hemp seeds. Hemp seed oil is one of the diverse most nutritious oils available.(1)
Advantages:
Hemp seeds as a source for nutritional fiber is rich with vitamins, minerals, fatty acids and high levels of antioxidants.(2)
Disadvantages:
Consumption of hemp products for others would result to failed urine tests for the reason that the level of THC in hemp products would depend on how it is manufactured.(3)
History:
Hemp originated in Central Asia. It was cultivated to suit the needs of the people may it be for food, fiber and medicine.(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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