Why Choose Hemp Food Products for Health?
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Hemp Seed Oil is a rich source of
Essential Fatty Acids (EFAs)
- Omega 6 Linoleic Acid, Omega 3 (Alpha Linolenic Acid) and Gamma
Linolenic Acid (GLA) that are important for optimum health in the body.
EFAs cannot be produced by the body itself and are vital for the
structure and functions of tissues in the body.
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Essential Fatty Acids can also be obtained from eating
Hemp seeds, which are also a rich source (approx. 25%) of high quality
protein, containing all 9 essential Amino Acids.
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Omega 3, 6, and 9 in Hemp Seed Oil are present in a
bio-chemically optimal ratio of 3:1:1 respectively.
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Hemp Seed Oil also contains GLA, the active component in
Evening Primrose & Borage Oil.
How much Hemp Seed Oil do I
need to take to gain health benefits?
Suggested dosages as follows:
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Adults: 1 to 2
tablespoons a day preferably with food (approximately 1 Tablespoon per
45 Kg of body weight).
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Babies under
14 months: 1 - 2 teaspoons a day with food
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Small children
over 14 months should take 2 - 4 teaspoons a day.
Can Hemp products help with my allergies?
Hemp foods have been used for centuries. As Hemp is lactose and gluten-free Hemptons'
products will be of particular interest to anyone on a lactose-free,
dairy-free, vegan, low-sugar, low fat, and wheat-free diets. Hemptons
advises that anyone suffering from allergies or disease of any kind would
benefit from consulting a registered dietician, qualified nutritionist, a
General Medical Practitioner or a registered naturopath and or homeopath
for advice before embarking on any self medication.
What are the benefits of Hemp Seed Oil over Flax oil?
The (3:1) ratio of the Essential Fatty
Acids, three parts Linoleic Acid (Omega 6) to one part Alpha Linolenic
Acid (Omega 3) in Hemp Seed Oil is favourable for the human diet because it
matches the nutritional requirements of our bodies. Too much of one will
cause a deficiency of the other. Flax oil, despite its higher Omega 3
content, has a less favourable ratio (1:5). Long-term exclusive use of
flax oil can lead to a deficiency of Omega 6. Unlike Hemp Seed Oil, flax oil does not contain
Gamma-Linolenic Acid (GLA), a derivative of Omega 6 and an important
triple-unsaturated fatty acid vital for human metabolism. Hemp Seed Oil may be
successful in the treatment of eczema, pre-menstrual tension and
arthritis.
What does it look and taste like?
Hemp Seed Oil is a dark emerald green colour and has a
characteristic nutty taste and smell.
What about nut allergies?
Hemp seed is a fruit and not a nut. The
Anaphylaxis society has no reported cases of Hemp seed or Hemp Seed Oil
causing reactions to people with nut allergies. However, Hemptons advises
people with nut allergies who want to try Hemp Seed Oil, to try small
amounts initially, testing reaction.
Can Hemp cause allergies?
As with some foods, some people have
developed allergies to Hemp Seed Oil. Others find it to cause their hair, skin
and nails to become too oily. After all, Hemp Seed Oil is an oil.
The key to using Hemp Seed
Oil either internally or externally is to take your time and evaluate
the results that you experience over time. Some bodies can't handle the
richness of this oil.
Is Hemp seed safe to take for babies?
Yes. Hemp seed and Hemp Seed Oil is safe for babies.
Dosages will be smaller for children and babies than for adults. (see
dosage information below). You cannot overdose on Hemp
.
Can Hemptons food products make you high?
No. Hemp seeds will not make you high. Typically Hemp
seeds contain less than 0.03% Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), which is the
psychoactive substance found in the Hemp plant's distant relative -
"marijuana". Hemptons Oils and Capsules contain 0% THC due to a
recently improved seed cleaning process (SGS International tested).
How should Hemp Seed Oil be stored?
Essential Fatty Acids are damaged by
exposure to light, heat and air, which is why Hemptons' products are
rigorously produced by cold-pressing in a oxygen-free environment and
nitrogen capped. We recommend that Hemp Seed Oil should be stored in the fridge
once opened. It can also be frozen for longer periods of storage.
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An unopened container can be stored
indefinitely in the deep freezer and 6 to 9 months in the refrigerator.
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An opened container will last for ten- to twelve weeks in
the refrigerator but should optimally be used within one- to two weeks.
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An unopened container can last four to six weeks if stored
below temperatures of 20° Celsius
and
away from direct sunlight, but again, should optimally be used within
one- to two weeks.
Should Hemp Seed Oil be used for frying?
No! Hemp Seed Oil should never be used
for frying. It can be heated at low temperatures of not more than 20˚C for
no more than 10 minutes. Gentle stir frying is preferable. At high
temperatures unhealthy by-products acids are formed known as trans-fatty
acids.
How do I use Hemp Seed Oil and seed in cooking?
It is a delicious alternative to olive
oil. Hemp Seed Oil can be used in salad dressings, poured on pasta, baked
potatoes and vegetables.
Important Numerical Values for
Hemp Seed Oil:
Hemp Seed Oil's fatty acid profile:
| Omega-3 (Linolenic) |
19% |
| Omega-6 (Alpha Linoleic) |
57% |
| Omega-9 (Oleic) |
12% |
| Palmitic |
6% |
| Stearic |
2% |
| Gamma Linolenic |
1.7% |
| Other |
2.3% |
Other points of interest:
| Saponification Value: |
193 |
| Melting Point: |
-8 C |
| Chlorophyll: |
6ppm |
| Iodine Value: |
166.5 |
| Specific Gravity: |
0.9295@200 C |
| Smoke Point: |
1650 C |
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