Hemp Seeds, 8 oz, Nutiva raw, shelled, certified organic, non-GMO

Hemp seeds are considered by leading researchers and medical doctors to be one of the most nutritious food sources on the planet. Shelled hemp seed is packed with 33 percent pure digestible protein and is rich in iron and vitamin E as well as omega-3 and GLA. A recent report funded by the Canadian government states that hemp protein is comprised of 66 percent high-quality edistin protein, and that hemp seed contains the highest percentage of this of any plant source. Hemp also contains three times the vitamin E contained in flax.

Because the human body produces no Essential Fatty Acids (EFAs), it is important that EFAs be consumed on a regular basis. It is estimated that more than 90 percent of Americans take in too little of one of the most important EFAs--omega-3--which is found in flax, walnuts, chia, and hemp seeds.

EFAs are the "good fats" that doctors recommend as part of a healthy, balanced diet. Shelled hemp seed is comprised of 45% "good fats" in an ideal balance of Omega-3 Alpha-Linolenic Acid, Omega-6 Linoleic Acid, "Super" Omega-3 Stearidonic Acid, and "Super" Omega-6 Gamma Linolenic Acid. It is also rich in vitamin E and iron, and contains 33% protein. The quality of omega-3 is vital, and can be diminished by oxygen, heat, and light. Thus consume the freshest seeds possible and store them tightly sealed in a dark, cold environment such as a refrigerator.

In the definitive book on good fats, Fats That Heal, Fats That Kill, author Udo Erasmus states, "The best-balanced source of EFAs is hemp seed oil."

These hemp seeds are processed using a cold mechanical process. They are grown without pesticides or herbicides.

UPC	692752000102
Manufacturer	Nutiva
Benefits	Shelled hemp seed is comprised of 45% "good fats" in an ideal balance of Omega-3 Alpha-Linolenic Acid, Omega-6 Linoleic Acid, "Super" Omega-3 Stearidonic Acid, and "Super" Omega-6 Gamma Linolenic Acid. It is also rich in vitamin E and iron, and contains 33% protein. The quality of omega-3 is vital, and can be diminished by oxygen, heat, and light. Thus consume the freshest seeds possible and store them tightly sealed in a dark, cold environment such as a refrigerator.
Recommended Usage	A shelled hemp seed (or hempnut) looks like a sesame seed and has a delicious nutty flavor similar to that of a pine nut or sunflower seed. They can be added to almost any recipe.
Country of Origin	Canada
Ingredients	Pure Hemp Seeds
Specifications	Organic, Kosher, Vegan, Raw, Live Enzymes, Non-GMO
Great for	Endurance, Energy, Expecting Moms, Protein, Alkalinity, Omega 9 Fatty Acids, Omega 3 Fatty Acids, Children
Storage	Store in refrigerator.

Customer Reviews

Excellent Product Review by Betty

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I have added these delicious hemp seeds to my daily diet. I eat them by the spoonful right out of the bag. Thank you for providing such a superior product. Delivery was fast! (Posted on 1/15/12)

Use on everything! Filling and Healing! Review by Michelle

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I've been very ill after a Dr's mistake. I'm a vegetarian and being housebound through my recovery I was so very grateful for Sunfood.com!! I used this Hemp food in particular on everything! I don't know what I would have done without it!! Thank you Sunfood for keeping me alive with your wonderful healing foods! (Posted on 10/28/11)