Not just a medicine, cannabis is a diet with an unparalleled nutritional value

Cannabis is a gift of nature that along with phenomenal healing power contains an impressive nutritional profile. The dietary value of hemp is unparalleled. It is not only for those who are suffering from various health conditions to use cannabis but it can also be made a part of daily diet.

Cannabis and EFAs

Cannabis seeds contain thirty-five percent (by weight) Essential Fatty Acids or EFAs. The EFAs have Omega-6 and Omega-3 fatty acids in a perfect ratio of 3:1 that reduces the risk of cancer and cardiovascular diseases. The ratio of Omega-6 to Omega-3 is far less in hemp than average diet of 12:1 or 20:1.

The high ratio of Omega-6 to Omega-3 is considered a modern phenomenon to which our bodies are not responding well. Various diseases have been linked to excessive levels of Omega-6 in diet such as cardiovascular disease, cancer, inflammatory, auto-immune, and possibly Alzheimer's disease. The hemp seed oil contains EFAs in the form of both Omega-6 and Omega-3, in a perfect ratio. In animal testing, hemp oil seed has been shown to reduce sensitivity to pain and depressive mental states and these results are likely due to EFAs it contains.

This perfect ratio of Omega-6 to Omega-3 not only decreases the risk of disease but also promote healthy nervous system activity and proper production of hormones and steroids. Consequently, these healthy fats play important role to reduce inflammation, strengthen the immune system and are key ingredients to have strong and shinny skin, hair and nails. 

Cannabis and vitamins

The cannabis seed oil is a rich source of fat-soluble Vitamin E, which is vital for cardiovascular health. Vitamin E makes arterial wall less likely to have plaque deposits and makes skin softer and smoother. Vitamin E has also been shown to support reproductive ability and health.  

Vitamin A is another fat-soluble vitamin found in hemp seed oil. Vitamin A is not only essential to have a healthy skin but it also vital for healthy formation of the cells lining our lungs.

Cannabis and minerals

Its seeds have high quantity of iron, magnesium and Zinc. Cannabis combats several ailments which may result from the deficiency of these minerals.

Cannabis and protein

Protein is a third nutritional requirement of our body. A study published in 2010 in the Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry found hemp seed protein scored higher than most nuts, grains and legumes in terms of digestibility. Hemp seed protein is more bio-available protein. What does it mean; its anti-fatigue and immune-enhancing effects can allow you to persist longer activity levels.

Most importantly, hemp seed oil contains Edestin protein. Edestin produces immunoglobulins which are our body’s disease fighting anti-bodies. This Edestin protein makes it easier for our immune system to do its important job of protecting us from foreign invaders of bacteria, viruses and fungi.