According to DigoPaul, the hemp is a plant belonging to the family ensemble of cannabáceas. The etymological root of the term is found in the Latin cannabum, which derives from cannabis.
There are, in fact, different plant varieties known as hemp that are part of the cannabaceae family. They are plants with greenish flowers, opposite leaves and a hollow stem that can extend for about two meters.
With hemp you can make textile fibers, paper, biofuels and oils, among other products. Its seeds are also edible. The cultivation of hemp, however, is usually prohibited or limited since the plant has a chemical compound that is psychoactive: tetrahydrocannabinol (THC).
This means that the hemp plant is often associated with the consumption of THC for recreational or medicinal purposes. When hemp is used as a drug, it is usually called marijuana.
It is important to note that hemp does not contain more than 5% THC, and even this percentage can be much lower. The Cannabis sativa, the Canabbis ruderalis and Cannabis indica have different chemical components.
Even though the use of hemp for its psychoactive properties is controversial, the plant is often valued for its multiple uses. Hemp fiber, known as bast, stands out for its resistance. Hemp seeds, for their part, have a high level of protein and essential fatty acids. As for hemp as a biofuel, it generates little pollution, resulting in an ecological fuel.
As mentioned in the previous paragraph, hemp seeds stand out for their compounds, which are very beneficial for our body and provide us with the energy we need to lead an active life. Compared to other plants, its proteins are very easy to digest and the proportion of essential oils it contains is worthy of admiration.
In short, including hemp seeds in our diet can serve to strengthen the immune system and provide us with great vitality. It is important to note that there is no single variety of hemp seeds, and that is why mentioning this concept should also include those used for cannabis crops; Precisely, the consumption of this last plant affects our mood due to the action of essential fatty acids.
The hemp oil has numerous beneficial properties for humans, some of which are:
* It is a very important source of Omega 3, and outperforms fish oil, among other alternatives. Omega 3 is known to have excellent properties to treat depression and stress, since it reactivates the nervous system considerably;
* its proportion of polyunsaturated fatty acids promotes the correct functioning of the nervous and cardiovascular systems;
* reduces the risk of cardiovascular attacks and heart disease thanks to the improvements in coagulation and cholesterol regulation that it offers;
* Fibromyalgia and rheumatoid arthritis sufferers can find several benefits in the consumption of hemp oil, such as a marked reduction in sensitivity to pain, as well as the cure of inflammations and the fight against various symptoms;
* Since not having normal levels of essential fatty acids can lead to the appearance of severe osteoporosis (since the bones absorb more calcium than they should), the inclusion of hemp oil in our diet is more than adequate for the bone health;
* During chemotherapy, many patients take hemp oil to reduce the nausea and pain typical of cancer treatments.
