Fall In Love With Hemp Hearts (Product Deep Dive)
In the United States, February and hearts go hand in hand. But it’s not just Valentines we’re celebrating; February is also American Heart Month when all people can focus on their cardiovascular health. With heart disease being the number one cause of death worldwide, we’re passionate about providing information for a healthier lifestyle.
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Hemp products, like Kannabu’s, are an excellent option for those looking to reduce the risk of heart disease. Hemp dates back to 8,000 B.C. in present-day Iran and Iraq. It was among the first crops cultivated as a textile fiber in things like rope, cloth, and paper. Every part of the plant, the seeds, stalks, leaves, flowers, and roots, can be used.
Of course, hemp has many nutritional benefits relating to heart health, and in today’s blog, we’re focusing on the dietary benefits of hemp seeds, A.K.A. Hemp Hearts.
Hemp Hearts are the soft, unshelled seeds from the hemp plant – their tender, loving center. Hemp Hearts do not contain the cannabinoid tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), meaning they won’t produce psychoactive effects.
They are incredibly nutritious with a mild nutty flavor and plenty of health benefits, including:
Essential Fatty Acids
The high levels of alpha-linolenic acid (omega-3) and linoleic acid (omega-6) in hemp suggest it's worth considering if you want to reduce the chances of heart disease. According to multiple sources, including the American Society of Nutrition, there is evidence that fatty acids can reduce triglyceride levels, which can lower the risk of cardiovascular disease.
Important Vitamins And Minerals
A 1-ounce serving provides 45% of your daily value (based on 2,000 calories/day) of magnesium to support bone density and circulation and 15% of your daily value of iron for a strong immune system. They’re also a good source of:
B-Vitamins
Calcium
Manganese
Phosphorus
Potassium
Sodium
Sulfur
Vitamin E
Zinc
A Good Source of Protein
A 1-ounce serving packs 10 grams of protein to maintain healthy muscles and keep you feeling full longer.
Inflammation Reduction
The gamma-linolenic acid found in hemp seeds has also been linked to reduced inflammation, which may decrease your risk of heart disease.
Inflammation reduction may prevent the risk of 2 diabetes, heart disease, and other ailments.
All Nine Essential Amino Acids, Including Arginine.
Multiple studies, including this one published in The International Journal of Angiology, have shown that arginine contributes to a healthy cardiovascular system.
In another study of over 13,000 people, increased arginine intake corresponded with decreased levels of C-reactive protein (CRP), an inflammation marker. High levels of CRP are linked to heart disease.
May Reduce Blood Pressure
Hemp seeds contain Nitric Acid, a gas molecule that makes your blood vessels dilate and relax, leading to lowered blood pressure and a reduced risk of heart disease.
Animal studies have shown that hemp seeds may reduce blood pressure, decrease the risk of blood clot formation and help the heart recover after a heart attack.
Currently On Sale
Kannabu is giving 5% off of our Premium Kannabu Hemp Hearts until February 28th. Scroll down for links to shop!
Symbolism & Mythology
A healthy cardiovascular system isn’t the only way this magic ingredient can benefit your heart.
In the nineteenth century, hemp seed was widely used by girls in love divination in southern England and the Channel Islands. It was believed that carrying hemp seeds would “hasten a woman’s wedding day,” acting as a charm that would reveal her future husband.
The process varies little from one account to another, but prescribed women carry the seed in their pockets, throwing them over their left shoulder with their right hand while repeating, “Hemp-seed I sow, hemp-seed I sow, And he that must be my true love, Come after me and mow.” According to folklore, a vision of the woman’s future husband would appear after the ninth time.
Whether tending to your romantic side or keeping up with cardiovascular health, hemp seeds are good for the heart, no matter how you slice it.
Recipes For Success!
Eating hemp hearts is as simple as sprinkling a spoonful or two into smoothies or on top of cereal, salads, yogurt, or your favorite snacks. Every tbsp of hemp seeds provides your body with ~1,000 mg omega 3 and 2500 mg omega 6 fats.
You can find recipes incorporating hemp hearts and other hemp products at https://www.kannabu.com/recipes. Follow @Kannabu_Hemp on social media to be alerted about new recipes.
Our hemp hearts are 100% U.S.A. grown, all-natural, vegan, and gluten-free. For more details on the health benefits of hemp and hemp hearts, check out our blog, “Worth The Hype? The Truth & Benefits of CBD and Hemp or visit our FAQ page: here.
Ready to try hemp hearts?
Kannabu is giving 5% off of our Premium Kannabu Hemp Hearts until February 28th. February 19th.
Order yours from our online store or Amazon today:
You can also find hemp seed oil, extract, protein powder, and CBD oil:
Have Happy a happy, healthy Heart Month! Stay tuned for future deep dives into our other hemp products
About the author - Tessa Dines is an award-winning, NYC-based copywriter with BKN Creative. She transforms difficult-to-understand scientific, legal, and industry-specific information into digestible content for curious audiences of any age. Tessa has a green thumb, three cats, and nearly a decade of writing under her belt.
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