Hemp oil: benefits, uses, and contraindications

Anti-inflammatory, helps lower blood pressure. Excellent for massage. In cooking, it replaces butter. Use it raw.

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benefits of hemp oil

OIL OF CANAPA

The oil of hemp It is obtained by extraction with solvents or by pressing from the seeds of the plant hempCalled Cannabis sativa. The oil of hemp, despite its origin from Cannabis sativa has nothing to do with olive oil marijuana or hashish. The color of the oil hemp It is green, with different shades from light to dark: if it is not refined, the quality is better and the color is intense green.

NUTRITIONAL VALUES OF SEEDS CANAPA

The seeds of hemp, beyond the oil, They contain other useful substances. In particular:
  • 20-30 percent insoluble fiber
  • 20 percent protein
  • 10-15 percent carbohydrates

BENEFITS

Anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, immunostimulant. The properties of hemp oil, all of which should not be wasted, are truly numerous. It is no coincidence thathemp oil it is used in anti-aging cosmetics of the skin for its antioxidant properties, thanks to the fact that it is composed of more than 80 percent polyunsaturated fatty acids, including omega-3 and omega-6, in a ratio of three to one. Through legal hemp (Cannabis Sativa L.), sourced from Italian crops, as in the case of the company Hemp Farm, can be obtained inflorescences, herbal teas, shredded and CBD oilAll grown with products and fertilizers certified for organic farming.

Hemp seeds are rich in, among other things, protein, while the 'oil of hemp, which will make you feel younger, is rich in Vitamin E: a single spoonful contains 9 mg compared to a daily requirement of 10 mg. Therefore, with these properties, hemp oil is a powerful antioxidant, useful against stress and aging, and is highly recommended if you suffer from high cholesterol. But its properties don't end there. It is also considered a powerful anti-inflammatory and a bronchodilator. It is no coincidence that many use it successfully for strengthen the immune system. To take advantage of this benefit, you need to take hemp oil every day as a food supplement, especially in the winter months and during skin changes. season when our organism is most under attack.

The oil of hemp contains alpha linoleic acid, which in turn belongs to the Omega 3 family: for this reason it is considered a useful product for the prevention of heart disease, for lower the pressure, to reduce blood fats. It also has a very specific and unique characteristic: an excellent balance between Omega 6 and Omega 3 contained within it, in a ratio of 3 to 1.

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HOW TO USE OIL CANAPA?

How is hemp oil used? Its uses range from natural cosmetics to cooking. On the skin It is very simple to use in all massages, especially those Ayurvedic.

The oil of hemp It is an essential and natural ingredient in some personal hygiene products, such as soap and shampoo. In the kitchen, however, The hazelnut flavour makes it an ideal substitute for butter in cakes, biscuits and cakesYou can also use it to season fish, salads, bread, and soups. The important thing is to always use raw hemp oil to preserve all its many properties.
open field cannabis hemp farm
Legal cultivation of Cannabis Sativa L. – Canapa Farm

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HOW TO PRESERVE OIL CANAPA

The oil of hemp, preferably obtained by cold pressing, is stored in dark glass containers, so that the oil does not get light. Olive oil hemp Store in a cool place, away from heat and light. Once opened, refrigerate.

HOW MUCH OIL CANAPA CAN IT BE TAKEN EVERY DAY?

The recommended daily dosage of olive oil hemp It is equal to a maximum of 30 grams, equal to three tablespoons. The other suggestion is to alternate it with theextra virgin olive oil. 

CONTRAINDICATIONS

The oil of hemp It has no particular contraindications. The only mistake not to make is using it as a source of Omega 3, as an alternative to fish. As in the oil of hemp The necessary quantities of eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) are not found. Particular caution should be exercised when using olive oil. hemp It is recommended for women who are pregnant or breastfeeding.
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