The Significance Of Hemp For A Vegan Diet

The humble hemp plant originates from China and Central Asia before spreading to the Mediterranean and the remainder of Europe. This versatile plant is believed to be the earliest plant cultivated by man and has been used extensively throughout history to make a variety of commercial and industrial products. Records also show that hemp seeds and oils were used as a food source in China as early as 6000 BC and today you can still find plenty of hemp food products on the supermarket shelves that may offer nutritional benefits for those following a vegetarian or vegan diet.

So why is hemp significant for those who follow a vegan diet?

Many people are turning to veganism, not only to benefit the environment, but also to follow healthy eating habits. However, by excluding meat and dairy products from a diet it can become more difficult to obtain all the proteins needed by the body. Protein is essential for human health and hemp seeds contain 25 grams of protein per 100 grams, which is higher than other plant sources and higher or equivalent to almost all fish and meat.

Seeds from the hemp plant contain 20 amino acids, including 9 of the essential amino acids required by the body to maintain good health and function normally, they are the building blocks of protein that the body cannot produce naturally. Hemp also produces omega 6 and omega 3, which are also considered essential for the human body and as with amino acids are dependent upon diet. It also contains several vitamins and minerals and is a good source of iron, zinc and B vitamins.

It would appear that there are many nutritional benefits to using hemp as part of a vegan diet, but do remember if you are thinking of changing your diet, and, using hemp as a health supplement you should consult your doctor or a nutritionist.

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