{"id":466,"date":"2022-08-29T21:00:00","date_gmt":"2022-08-29T21:00:00","guid":{"rendered":""},"modified":"2022-09-12T17:36:09","modified_gmt":"2022-09-12T17:36:09","slug":"benefits-of-hemp-milk","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/magazine.circledna.com\/benefits-of-hemp-milk\/","title":{"rendered":"Benefits of Hemp Milk"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>There are many health benefits of hemp milk, so if you haven\u2019t tried it, you should give it a go. Hemp milk is a healthy, plant-based, vegan milk that is made from the seeds of the hemp (cannabis) plant, and water. The nutritious hemp seeds are soaked in water. The result is a milk-like beverage that has a creamy consistency and a somewhat nutty or earthy flavor.<\/p>\n<p>Since many vegan milks and non-dairy milks are nut milks made with nuts, and hemp milk is <em>not<\/em> made with nuts, it\u2019s a fantastic milk choice for vegans who have a nut allergy. Similarly, hemp milk is a great non-dairy milk alternative for those who are lactose intolerant, but have a nut allergy. It\u2019s also a great milk choice for those who are on the <a target=\"_new0.9724974957969947\" href="\&quot;https:\/\/circledna.com\/blog\/most-common-keto-diet-mistakes\/\&quot;" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Keto diet<\/a>. These are just some of the many benefits of hemp milk.<\/p>\n<p>The popularity of hemp milk is rising, as it\u2019s one of the <a target=\"_new0.9724974957969947\" href="\&quot;https:\/\/circledna.com\/blog\/best-types-of-milk-to-drink\/\&quot;" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">types of milk<\/a> that has some unique health benefits. It may not be the most popular vegan milk on the market, as plant-based milks such as soy milk, almond milk and coconut milk hit the shelves much sooner. Hemp milk, however, is catching on, because the benefits of hemp milk are becoming more recognized.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"kg-card kg-image-card\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/circledna.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/content_images_assets.prenetics.com_blog.circledna.com_wp-content_uploads_2022_08_31172206_circlemagazine-circledna-hemp-seeds-in-a-sieve-blender-and-jug-on-a-white-table.jpg\"><\/figure>\n<h2 id=\"is-it-safe-to-consume-milk-that-is-made-from-the-cannabis-hemp-plant\">Is it Safe to Consume Milk That is Made From the Cannabis (Hemp) Plant?<\/h2>\n<p>It is perfectly safe to drink milk that is made from the seeds of the cannabis plant. These seeds that hemp milk is made from don\u2019t contain any of the psychoactive components of the cannabis plant. There is no THC in hemp milk, so you will not experience any altered state of consciousness at all.<\/p>\n<p>Hemp seeds are rich in protein, fiber, zinc and iron, as well as omega 3 and omega 6 healthy fats. This is why hemp milk is so healthy.<\/p>\n<p>Fiber is great for our digestion, among other key health elements. We also need to be very careful about iron, as we will notice the symptoms of iron deficiency and they\u2019re not desirable at all. If hemp milk contains these key nutrients, that\u2019s just some examples of the health benefits of hemp milk.<\/p>\n<p>Let\u2019s discuss some of the other benefits of hemp milk in more detail, such as it\u2019s high protein and its healthy fats.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"benefits-of-hemp-milk-a-vegan-milk-that-s-higher-in-protein-and-keto-friendly-with-no-carbs\">Benefits of Hemp Milk: A Vegan Milk That\u2019s Higher in Protein, and Keto-Friendly with No Carbs<\/h2>\n<p>Hemp milk contains more protein than other types of plant-based milks. Hemp milk also is one of the lowest carb milks out there, as it has almost no carbs at all (less than 1 gram of carbs per serving.)<\/p>\n<p>One glass of an <a target=\"_new0.9724974957969947\" href="\&quot;https:\/\/fdc.nal.usda.gov\/fdc-app.html#\/food-details\/438576\/nutrients\&quot;" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">8-ounce serving of hemp milk<\/a> contains:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>60 Calories<\/li>\n<li>3g Protein<\/li>\n<li>0.5g Carbohydrates<\/li>\n<li>5g of healthy fats<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li>Phosphorous: 25% of DV<\/li>\n<li>Magnesium: 15% of DV<\/li>\n<li>Calcium: 20% of DV<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Hemp milk doesn\u2019t really have the same vitamin B12 and Vitamin D benefits of fortified cow\u2019s milk, and it doesn\u2019t contain as much <a target=\"_new0.9724974957969947\" href="\&quot;https:\/\/circledna.com\/blog\/10-foods-high-in-calcium\/\&quot;" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">calcium<\/a>. However, it can be an excellent milk alternative for those with a sensitivity to lactose, or those on a low-carb diet.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s tough to find low-carb or carb-free beverages to drink, and hemp milk is certainly one of them.<\/p>\n<p>When you\u2019re grabbing a carton of hemp milk at the grocery store, read the nutritional label and be cautious of hemp milk brands who have added extra sugar, sweeteners or thickeners to their hemp milk, as this will increase the carb and calorie content.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"kg-card kg-image-card\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/circledna.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/content_images_assets.prenetics.com_blog.circledna.com_wp-content_uploads_2022_08_31172215_circlemagazine-circledna-strain-the-dense-mass-from-hemp-seeds-through-a-strainer.jpg\"><\/figure>\n<h2 id=\"hemp-milk-contains-healthy-fats-your-body-needs\">Hemp Milk Contains Healthy Fats Your Body Needs<\/h2>\n<p>The fat in hemp milk is unsaturated, healthy fats including omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids.The omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids found in hemp milk could help improve your brain health, skin health, heart health, and more.<\/p>\n<p>Your body needs <a target=\"_new0.9724974957969947\" href="\&quot;https:\/\/circledna.com\/blog\/7-healthy-fat-foods-you-should-be-eating\/\&quot;">hea<\/a><a target=\"_new0.9724974957969947\" href="\&quot;https:\/\/circledna.com\/blog\/7-healthy-fat-foods-you-should-be-eating\/\&quot;" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">l<\/a><a target=\"_new0.9724974957969947\" href="\&quot;https:\/\/circledna.com\/blog\/7-healthy-fat-foods-you-should-be-eating\/\&quot;">thy fats<\/a> like those found in hemp milk, for your body and brain to optimally function.<\/p>\n<p>Our bodies require a certain amount of fat from our diet to help brain health, memory, hormone function, skin health, bone health, and the absorption of certain nutrients. Fat soluble vitamins, which includes vitamin A, D, E, and K are better absorbed by your body when fat is consumed with them.<\/p>\n<p>20 \u2013 35% of your daily calorie intake should come from fat, but it\u2019s best if it\u2019s mostly healthy fats such as the fat from hemp seeds, chia seeds, edamame, and avocados.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"how-to-consume-hemp-milk\">How to Consume Hemp Milk<\/h2>\n<p>Vegans often use hemp milk in their coffee, cereal, and in <a target=\"_new0.9724974957969947\" href="\&quot;https:\/\/circledna.com\/blog\/smoothie-recipes-that-are-filling-and-low-calorie\/\&quot;" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">smoothies<\/a>. You can also use hemp milk when making recipes that call for milk. You can even enjoy a glass of hemp milk on its own.<\/p>\n<p>Hemp milk tastes good, but not everyone will like the taste. However, if you don\u2019t like the taste of hemp milk, but it <em>does<\/em> contain the nutritional benefits you\u2019re looking for, you can mask the taste quite easily.<\/p>\n<p>For example, if you make a smoothie with banana, strawberries, vanilla protein powder and hemp milk, you won\u2019t really taste the hemp milk.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"are-you-lactose-intolerant-or-genetically-sensitive-to-carbs\">Are You Lactose Intolerant, or Genetically Sensitive to Carbs?<\/h2>\n<p>It\u2019s possible that due to your genetics, you\u2019re sensitive to carbs and you\u2019re also lactose intolerant. If so, hemp milk could be the perfect milk for you.<\/p>\n<p>You can find out this information about your genetic dietary needs by reading <a target=\"_new0.9724974957969947\" href="\&quot;https:\/\/circledna.com\/premium\/?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=&amp;utm_format=&amp;utm_creator=&amp;utm_content=benefits-of-hemp-milk\&quot;" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">your diet and nutrition reports from your CircleDNA test<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>In general, for vegans and those who can\u2019t have dairy, it\u2019s very common to be \u2018on the hunt\u2019 for the best vegan milk out there. Now that you\u2019re aware of all the health benefits of hemp milk, you should give it a try and see how you like it.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>There are many health benefits of hemp milk, so if you haven\u2019t tried it, you should give it a go. 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