The Benefits of Organic Hemp Milk + How to Make Your Own

Though its name might be a bit misleading, organic hemp milk is a perfectly legal in these countries , not to mention healthy, alternative for vegetarians or non vegetarians. Produced from the seeds of the hemp plant, this milk has only begun to be sold in the United States within the past few years.

One concern that people have about organic hemp milk is that it might contain some of the chemical THC (tetrahydrocannabinol), which is found in marijuana. Rest assured that this ingredient is not present or associated with hemp milk.

Another concern is that the hemp seeds must be imported since it’s currently not legal to grow the hemp plant in the US. Some hemp milk producers have to rely on obtaining hemp seeds from farmers in Canada or Europe, where the growth of hemp plants for oil or milk is perfectly legal.

Health Benefits of Organic Hemp Milk

Organic hemp milk is also a great alternative to toxic cow’s milk and those who cannot consume dairy because of dietary issues.

One 8-Ounce glass contains the following healthy nutrients:

• 900mg Omega-3 Fatty Acid 
• 2800mg Omega-6 Fatty Acid 
• All 10 Essential Amino Acids 
• 4 grams of Digestible Protein 
• 46% of RDA of Calcium 
• 0% Cholesterol 
• Potassium 

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