Hemp Seeds, or hemp “hearts” are the hulled seeds from the C. Sativa, or hemp plant. These nutritionally dense little wonders contain an abundance of amino acids, including the 9 essential acids needed by all of us to create the cells of our bodies. Known as a “complete protein” hemp seeds are a whopping 33% protein! And that is amazing for health, because a little goes a long way.
The great news for everyone is that hemp seeds have no known allergens (unlike other high protein plant foods like soy or peanuts) and can be enjoyed by adults and children. Aside from providing us with essential protein, hemp seeds benefits are so many more!,Just a few of these benefits are: improving heart health, immunity boosting, protecting the brain, counteracting anemia, providing energy and more.
Why Manitoba Harvest Hemp Seeds?
For over 20 years, Manitoba Harvest, with offices in both Canada and the USA, has been a champion of hemp agriculture and quality hemp products. To ensue the quality that they guarantee, Manitoba Harvest is involved at every step of the way; they are directly involved directing the sustainable growing of the hemp, to the manufacturing and distribution.
With their own Canadian production facilities, Manitoba Harvest is committed to sustainability. They work in close partnership with their Canadian growers, ensuring, by contract, that no pesticides or herbicides are used in production of their hemp, that their products qualify for non-GMO Project Certification, and that the highest standards of quality are maintained.
We suggest buying Manitoba Harvest organic hemp seeds, the green package that you will see on the iHerb website when you click or tap on this page to buy. Manitoba Harvest also offers a non-organic hemp seed option, in the orange package. The only difference is that the orange package is grown with the use of synthetic fertilizers, which does not allow for organic certification.
Manitoba Harvest Hemp Hearts
Manitoba Harvest Organic Hemp Hearts undergo up to 34 quality tests to make sure that you get the very best product possible. These little protein packed gems are best eaten raw, or lightly toasted at no higher than 325F degrees.
You can sprinkle them on yogurt, oatmeal or other breakfast foods, on salads, blend them into smoothies or shakes, and add them as a final garnish to cooked dishes. They’re great for snacking, too, and can be included in raw food energy balls or bars… or just eaten right out of the bag! Daily recommendation is between 1-3 tablespoons; due to the high fiber content of hemp seeds, it’s a good idea to slowly add them into your diet. We hope this product review encourages you to enjoy this amazing and tasty plant-based complete protein!
