Healthytalk8 HeHemp plants are grown for their fibers and high levels of Cannabidiol (CBD), which has many health benefits, that can be extracted to make oil.
NOTE: Hemp plant and cannabis are the same plants, where both are different in containing cannabidiol (CBD), and tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) level.
Hemp contains more CBD, and less THC, whereas cannabis plants more THC and less CBD.
Canada, Australia, Austria, China, Britain, France, and Spain are the largest or most important agricultural producers of hemp seeds (1).
NOTE: In India, in July 2018, the state of Uttarakhand became the first state to get a permit for commercial cultivation of cannabis or hemp.
Health Benefits of Hemp
Contents
There are many health benefits of Hemp such as:
Contain Many Important Nutrients
Nutritional value per 100 g (3.5 oz)
| Protein | 31.55 grams |
| Carbohydrates | 4.67 grams |
| Calories | 586 |
| Fat | 48.75 grams |
| Vitamin E | 0.80 mg |
| Vitamin C | 0.5 mg |
| Iron | 7.95 mg |
| Manganese | 7.600 mg |
| Magnesium | 700 mg |
| Copper | 1.600 mg |
| Zinc | 9.90 mg |
| Water | 4.96 grams |
Hemp seeds are a healthful source of vitamin E, and minerals, such as calcium, iron, magnesium, potassium, and zinc.
Reduce Anxiety Level
Hemp contains Cannabidiol which has been used in recent years to treat anxiety-related disorders.
A chronic study found that cannabidiol prevented increased anxiety produced by chronic unexpected stress and increased hippocampal AEA (2).
In a study, patients, are with higher anxiety levels, were given cannabis extract with higher CBD, which contained everything from the plant.
As the result, the majority of patients showed very dramatic quick improvements in symptoms of anxiety (3).
Another study saw that oral doses of CBD from 300 to 600 mg, can reduce anxiety in patients with SAD, without affecting baseline anxiety levels (4) (5).
Prevent heart diseases
A heart attack happens when the heart doesn’t get enough oxygenated blood, which is necessary for the heart to work properly.
Yes, hemp seeds can reduce the risk of heart disease like attack, stroke, etc by lowering cholesterol levels, and high blood pressure.
Hempseeds resulting in the HDL “good” cholesterol ratio have been found in association with coronary heart disease (6).
Small studies found that linoleic acid (found in hemp seeds) – (4g-23 g/day) decreased blood pressure after 4 weeks of dietary intervention (7) (8).
It also contains gamma-linolenic acid is also been linked to reduced inflammation, which can decrease your risk of heart diseases (9) (10).
However, some studies have shown that CBD has not shown any effect on heart rate but may reduce the cardiovascular response to various types of stress.
May Aid Digestion
Hemp is also a good source of fiber
Studies have shown that cannabis can be used the treatment of gastrointestinal disorders such as abdominal pain and diarrhea (11)
High dietary fiber, which promotes regular stool, especially works well when a person is in proper hydration.
Reduce high blood pressure
High Blood pressure makes your heart work a lot of hard than normally, and causes added strain on your artery walls.
In a study where volunteers took cannabidiol, the result, saw a reduction in forearm skin blood flow, before and during the latter part of mental stress (12).
A 2017 study where mice were included found that CBD significantly reduced stress-induced increases in blood pressure and heart rate.
Although another study showed that in rats CBD wasn’t effective in lowering blood pressure, it has an antioxidant effect (13).
Hemp seeds extract oil contains omega-3 fatty acids and research suggest that, helps in lowering blood pressure in hypertension people (14).
Promote Sleep
Using cannabis for sleep can have a lot of negative effects on mental health, so avoid depending on it.
Studies suggest that synthetic cannabinoids such as nabilone and dronabinol may have short-term benefits for sleep apnea, due to effects on serotonin.
A study that compared cannabidiol with nitrazepam drug found that high-dose cannabidiol at 160 mg increased the duration of sleep (15).
Other best ways that can promote better sleep quality. They include:
- Exercises, avoid before sleeping at 2 to 3 hour
- Warm milk
- Manage stress
It also found that daily hemp use had a negative impact on sleep quality in youngsters who had no reported sleeping difficulties before it (16)
It indicates that cannabis contained CBD may protect against adverse effects of THC, including mental symptoms, drug cravings, memory loss, etc (17) (18).
May act as a pain killer
Research conducted by, san Diego center for medicinal cannabis, showed that cannabis cigarettes reduced pain by 34% to 40% compared with placebo (19).
Clinical studies have indicated a potential benefit of cannabinoids use in chronic pain associated with multiple conditions (20).
CBD also seems effective in the treatment of chronic pain associated with a kidney transplant (21) (22).
An animal study found that cannabidiol (CBD) helped reduce pain and inflammation caused by arthritis when applied to the skin (23).
However, more human studies are required to claims that CBD helps control pain.
Good for Skin Health
Skin problem is a common condition that affects millions of people every year, especially acne, eczema, and pruritus.
Hempseed oil is a balanced source of omega-6 and omega-3 fatty acids, that might be useful in treating symptoms of skin irritation (24).
Its fatty acids help In improving skin structure by helping skin moisture without clogging your pores (25)
According to WebMD hemp seeds, are also useful in treating other skin issues including acne, reducing fine lines and wrinkles, and psoriasis.
Some studies have reported that it decreases acne risk with omega-3 supplements, either alone or in combination with other nutrients (26) (27) (28).
Talk to your doctor, before taking any medicine or applying any oil, because, without prescription medicine, it may the skin disorder worse.
May Promote Hair Health
A 2015 study suggests that omega-3 and omega-6 both can improve hair diameter and hair density, over the course of six months (29).
However, there is no hard evidence to support that hemp seeds oil can help in hair health,
But apart from this, here are something that can promote hair health or growth, prevent hair loss, etc.
- Oil massage, especially before bath half an hour
- Aloe vera
- Exercises, like yoga asanas, and that activity that promote blood circulation to the skull
- Onion juice, which I personally experienced myslef that it grealty increases hair growth and hair density.
- Eggs, are good for smoothing the hair and prevent hair loss
- Essential oils, such as – Lavender oil, Rosemary, Eucalyptul, Cedarwood essential oil
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During Pregnancy
It is considered by FDA that hemp any type of CBD product could be dangerous for both pregnant and breastfeeding women (30).
Make sure to talk to your doctor before taking it, because your conditions, also depend on the CBD effect.
Some women may also feel CBD adverse effects like:
- Nausea
- Anxiety
- Headache
- Pain
- trouble in sleeping
A large well-controlled study of pediatric epilepsy showed the beneficial effect of Cannabidiol in reducing seizure frequency by more than 50% (31).
Risks Factors
CBD common side effects such as fatigue, dizziness, vomiting, nausea (32), diarrhea, and changes in appetite (33)
There have been many other studies that show no side effects report of CBD and cannabis (hemp), and no high-risk reports are unavailable (34)
CBT can increase the level of blood thinning and other medicines in your blood.
NOTE: FDA does not regulate the safety and purity of dietary supplements.
Hemp seed oils are not good for lower blood pressure, which has the ability to lower blood pressure, and Lower BP can lead to:
- Dizziness
- Weakness
- Risk of injury
Low blood pressure also increases the risk of complications during surgery (35).
Uses
Hemp is used to making a variety of products including:
- Rope
- Brick
- Clothing
- Shoes
- Food
- Paper
- Bioplastics
- Insulation
- Biofuel.
Brick: it has been used for thousands of years to create building materials.
Hemp-hurds are also used to make bricks and provide many benefits, such as light-weightiness, mold resistance, breathability.
Its mainly used in papers such as cigarette paper, banknotes, and technical filter papers
Its inner part has two fibers that are woody and typically have industrial applications, such as mulch, animal bedding, and litter.
Hemp seeds are also eaten raw, used on meals, sprouted, beverages, as well as used a lot in the Holi festival in India.
It made material gives many of benefits such as:
- Obsorb a large amount of CO2, and give rich air quality, which is great idea in air polluated cities.
- Great insulation, which balance a good temperature inside the home
- Create a positive environmental impact
- It building material made of it are lighter or tough.
- Its oil acts as a wood varnish, which protecting flooring from mold, pests, and wear. Also used in preventing the water from penetrating the woods, while the wind continues to pass.
BOTTOM LINE
Talk to your doctor, if you are in a medical condition, and pregnant or breastfeeding women should avoid it.
Hemp also provides jewelry include – necklaces, anklets, rings, watches, bracelets.
