Hemp seeds are high in protein and are a good source of Vitamin E, several minerals, and essential fatty acids.
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Fun fact! Coming from the Cannabis sativa plant, hemp seeds contain very little amounts of the psychoactive compound tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), but are high in protein, are a good source of Vitamin E and several minerals, and contain linoleic acid (omega-6), alpha-linolenic acid (omega-3).
Source: Bjarnadottir, A., 6 Evidence-Based Health Benefits of Hemp Seeds. Healthline. March 31, 2023. https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/6-health-benefits-of-hemp-seeds (accessed 2024-08-06).
Hard to compete with horseradish
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