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June 11, 2013

Hemp Seed’ s Protein 65% Globulin Edistin… Your Building Block of Life and Immunity!!

by Teri Wallace

FACT: The hemp seed protein is 65% globulin edistin. Globulin is the third most abundant protein in the human body. Globulins perform many enzymatic (causing reactions to take place) functions within the plasma itself. More importantly, they are responsible for both the natural and acquired immunity a person has against invading organisms. The body uses globulin proteins to make antibodies which attack infecting agents (antigens) that invade the body. Globulins like gamma globulin are absolutely essential to maintain a healthy immune system. They neutralize alien microorganisms and toxins.

Globulins are divided into three classes: alpha, beta and gamma globulins. Alpha and beta globulins operate as transport vehicles by combining with other substances and carry protein from one part of the body to another. They haul the materials needed to build new and replace worn or damaged bodily structures. Gamma globulins are divided into five classes of antibodies called immunoglobulins. All are formed to combat specific cell invading antigens. They comprise the body’s first line of defense against disease and infection. Immunoglobulins are produced by B lymphocyte (white blood cells) plasma cell clones located in lymph system nodes. Infecting antigens normally must pass through the lymph system before entering the blood stream.
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Globulins are one of seven classes of simple proteins. Simple proteins are constructed from amino acids and contain no non-protein substances. Globulins are in seeds and animal blood. Edistins are found in seeds; serum globulin is in blood. Edistins are plant globulins. And globulins along with albumins are classified as globular proteins. All enzymes, antibodies, many hormones, hemoglobin and fibrogin (the body converts fibrogin into non-soluble, fibrin, a blood clotting agent) are globular proteins. They carry out the main work of living.
Albumin, globulin and fibrogin are the three major types of plasma proteins. Plasma is the fluid portion of blood that supplies nutrients to tissues. And the three protein types: serum albumin, serum globulin and fibrogin, compose about 80% of plasma solids. These plasma proteins serve as a reservoir of rapidly available amino acids should any body tissues be in need. Plant seeds contain albumin and globulin but no fibrogin. Albumin is the nutritive material that fills the space in the seed between the embryo and the seed coat. The embryo needs albumin to fuel its initial growth until photosynthesis begins. Globulin edistins within the embryo guarantee this new life has the enzymes necessary for metabolic activity.

Since hemp seed protein is 65% globulin edistin, and also includes quantities of albumin, its protein is readily available in a form quite similar to that found in blood plasma. Eating hemp seeds gives the body all the essential amino acids required to maintain health, and provides the necessary kinds and amounts of amino acids the body needs to make human serum albumin and serum globulins like the immune enhancing gamma globulins. Eating hemp seeds could aid, if not heal, people suffering from immune deficiency diseases.

So based on this scientific reasoning it is true that  Hemp seed is the premier plant-seed provider of globulin starting material — the highest in the plant kingdom. Eating hemp seeds will insure the immune system has the reservoir of immunoglobulin resources needed to make disease destroying antibodies!

Reference: Hemp Line Journal, July-August 1992, pp. 14-15, Vol. I No. 1

June 6, 2013

Hemp 101: What we do with our hemp seeds in processing?

by Teri Wallace

Hemp flour, hemp Seed Cake, protein & oil processing for end product 101:

Hemp seeds do not mill into flour, they become butter because of the high oil content. In order to get flour, you need to remove the oils. We mill the byproduct of pressing hemp seed for oil, which we call hemp cake, into flour for just such a use. Our certified organic hemp flour is quite nice and is very fine. It is perfect for adding to baking and for bread.
Hemp flour doesn’t rise, has no gluten and is very hearty and therefore is not flour that can be used in bread on its own, you would need to mix it with other flours, unless you are making flat bread or a cracker.

A 3:1 ratio produces a hearty heavy loaf all the way to a 7:1 ratio which produces basically a loaf of bread with hemp flex in it.
Hemp flour is an excellent addition to your baking, adding the benefit of hemp proteins and the excellent fibre content of the hemp seed. If you are a commercial bakery or would like to purchase large amounts of the flour, but would like to mill it yourself, we offer the hemp seed cake in large quantities for just such a purpose.

Hemp seeds can be ground up to change their consistency but are essentially the first stage of processing. Hemp seeds are squeezed to extract the oil. The remaining material is called hemp seed cake. This seed cake is milled and turned into powder. The powder is then sifted to produce hemp flour. The product of this initial sift is hemp flour, a high fibre but lower protein material. To make hemp protein, the powder is sifted to a finer degree. This removes more of the fibre leaving a higher concentrate of protein.
The hemp seed cake is also excellent for brewers who would like to create a hemp beer that retains an excellent head. With the oils in hemp seed, this often causes poor hemp retention. This can be easily solved by adding hemp seed cake instead. With the significantly lowered levels of oils in the cake, the resulting beer will have much better head retention.

June 5, 2013

Organic 60% Hemp Protein Water Soluble… No Blender Whatsover!!!!

by Teri Wallace

1158089-60-percentOne of the main reasons you might choose hemp is its high protein content. Hemp 60% protein is among the most digestible protein available, is water-soluble, highly digestible and contains all 10 essential amino acids. Your body readily uses the protein, utilizing it for tissue, muscle and hormone formation. Many fans of hemp protein notice enhanced muscle recovery and sustained energy when adding hemp protein into their fitness routine. When the outer shell or hull of a hemp seed is removed, the percentage of protein in the seed goes from 15 % to 60 + %. Protein is important for maintaining healthy cells and is vital for growth and development for children, adolescents and pregnant women. Hemp seeds contain Edestin, a protein that contains all the essential amino acids.

Hemp protein is easier to digest than protein from soy, nuts, other seeds, dairy products, meat, fish, or poultry. It is interesting to note that, unlike hemp seed, soybean contains the anti-nutritional factors, trypsin inhibitor, which prevents protein absorption, and oligosaccharides, which causes flatulence. Also, a significant portion of the population is allergic to soy.

· Contains Important Vitamins, Minerals, & Antioxidants

· Most Unsaturated Fat in the Plant Kingdom

· Great Source of Amino Acids

· Good Source of Chlorophyll

· Good source of Vegetarian Oil

· 100% Natural

· Rich in GLA

· Cholesterol Free

· Gluten Free

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· Very Economical

· Trans Fatty Acid Free

· Flavourful Nutty Taste

· Excellent Source for Vitamin E

· Excellent Source of phyto-sterols

· Naturally Rich in Omega 6, 3, & 9 Oils

May 30, 2013

Hemp Seed for Your Pets and Livestock

by Teri Wallace
 Just as hemp seed is great for human consumption, it is also great for your pets and livestock. Yes, all mammals for that matter including birds require the same Essential Fatty Acids as humans!that their animals are healthier, happier, heftier and less stressed. Because of the high oil content and the fatty acids, the animals actually utilize more of their feed, as it’s easier to digest. Aside from hemp seed being high in protein and fatty acids it is also organically grown without the use of herbicides or pesticides. Therefore, hemp-fed animals are organic animals, free of those substances as well as antibiotics, steroids and hormones. This is a great reason to add hemp seed to your pet and livestock diets or to your birds feed. 

 

  In Canada, livestock feeds are regulated, as per the federal Feeds Act and Regulations, by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA). Please review government regulations in your area before adding hemp seed to your livestock feed.

 

 

 

Un-hulled hemp seed otherwise known as toasted hemp seed is also great for pets and livestock. The only difference is that the shell remains intact. The shell itself contains many of the same nutrients as the inner seed giving an even bigger nutrient kick. We humans eat un-hulled hemp seed, only salted for better taste. The un-hulled or toasted hemp seed is also considerably cheaper because it requires one less step in processing.

 

Dogs can be fed hemp!

 

By adding a seed mixed in with its regular feed. Smaller animals such as birds, hamsters, gerbils, and guinea pigs can be fed free choice or mixed in with other feed as well.
Some farmers suggest

Sometimes the animal needs time to adjust to the hemp feed so we suggest starting off with smaller amounts and increasing gradually as the animal becomes accustomed to it. In some cases diarrhea may occur for the first few days but will shortly cease thereafter. The daily recommended dose for human consumption is approximately 3 to 4 tablespoons (42g / 1.5oz) per day or as needed. Some will eat it for breakfast then half the amount for lunch.

A general rule of thumb is to feed your animals by weight

or as needed. Some will suggest the same amount as humans, approximately 2 tablespoons (21g / .75oz) per every 100 lbs for larger animals. Others and will suggest roughly ¼ to ½ a teaspoon per every 10 lbs for smaller animals.  “David Wise, a cattle farmer in the US feeds his cattle on a 4.2.1 ratio. His special recipe consists of 4 pounds of soybean meal to 2 pounds of distiller’s grain for every 1 pound of hemp… the key ingredient.”

Cats however should not be fed high omega-6 oils such as corn, soy, canola, hemp seed, or flaxseed. Since their history is purely carnivorous they lack the enzyme necessary for metabolizing plant-based omega-6 and may develop a toxicity from it. 

May 9, 2013

Hemp Flour Flavor, Texture, Uses?

by Teri Wallace

Hemp Protein Powders and Oils can contain up to 66% of this stuff!

Hemp seeds do not mill into flour, they become butter because of the high oil content. In order to get flour, you need to remove the oils. We mill the byproduct of pressing hemp seed for oil, which we call hemp cake, into flour for just such a use. Our certified organic hemp flour is quite nice and is very fine. It is perfect for adding to baking and for bread.

The most recognized health benefits of hemp flour are amino acids, essential fatty acids, blood protein, fiber, and mineral content.

Hemp flour is an excellent source of essential amino acids, which are the building blocks of protein. Some of the amino acids hemp protein contains are cysteine, glutamine, glycine, isoleucine, tryptophan, lysine, methionine, and phenylalanine.

Hemp has a 3:1 omega 6 to omega 3 fatty acid ratio which is considered to be balanced and ideal for optimal health by the National Institute of Health. Hemp flour also contains alpha-linolenic acid, linoleic acid, gamma linoleic acid, and stearidonic acid.

Hemp flour is high in protein and fiber. Hemp protein is among the most digestible protein available. Your body readily uses the protein, utilizing it for tissue, muscle, and hormone formation. Hemp protein specifically contains two blood building proteins–edistin and albumin. Approximately 65% of the protein in hemp seeds is from edistin. These proteins create antibodies to improve the immune system and allow the other nutrients of hemp flour to be absorbed more rapidly. Hemp flour often offers a range of 15-20% proteins, or higher depending on the specifications.

Hemp flour contains calcium, magnesium, phosphorous, potassium, copper, boron, iron, zinc, manganese, sulphur and chlorophyll, vitamin A, vitamins B1, B3, B5, vitamin D, and vitamin E.

Uses & Interesting Info

Hemp flour can be used in protein shakes, smoothies or power drinks. You can use it topically on soups, yogurt, cereals or fresh fruit. I’ve seen it used in power bars for snacking, too! It is considered to be a raw food. I’ve also read that it tastes great in breads, waffles, pancakes, cakes, cookies, crust, scones, and muffins.

Hemp seeds do not mill into flour because of the high oil content. In order to get flour, you need to press hemp seed for oil, which is called hemp cake. Then, you must mill the hemp seed cake into a hemp flour composition.

Hemp Flour Flavor

Hemp flour has an earthy, nutty flavor. Sometimes, it even carries a plant-like taste into the dish, depending on what you’re making. For example, when I used it to make my breaded chicken tenders, they had a granular, “planty” flavor profile. They looked more dark brown than green.

Flavor, Texture, and Color

Hemp flour is a gluten-free flour that does not rise. It is dense and produces a granular texture when used for cooking and baking, much like corn flour. A protein content of approximately 33% makes it very hearty.

How Much Hemp Flour to Use?

As a general rule, you want to use about 25-33% hemp flour in your flour mixes to have a composition balanced in flavor and texture. Hemp flour doesn’t rise, has no gluten and is very hearty and therefore is not a flour that can be used in bread on its own, you would need to mix it with other flours, unless you are making a flat bread or a cracker. A 3:1 ratio produces a hearty heavy loaf all the way to a 7:1 ratio which produces basically a loaf of bread with hemp flecks in it.

Bragging rights on this post, go to the Groovy Gourmet, inspired by this post! Thank you we enjoyed this!


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April 17, 2013

For 8000 Years, Hemp Was Primarily Man’s Crop…Fuel Food Reality Check. Hemp’s Making A Comeback!

by Teri Wallace

Fuel Food Reality CheckOttawa, ON: Here are the facts on recent increases in fuel and food.
FACT Over the past year, oil prices have jumped by nearly 100%.
· In 2007, food prices increased by about 4% overall.
· In 2007, the same year the U.S. produced a record amount of ethanol from corn, the U.S. increased it surplus of corn to more than 1.4 billion bushels. In a record ethanol year, the U.S. actually fed more of the world by increasing its exports of corn by 6%.
· Food marketing costs now account for 80% of the cost of food. Marketing costs are the difference between the farm value and consumer spending for food at grocery stores and restaurants. · Corn accounts for less than 5% of the price a box of corn flakes.
The price of rice is now up 77% since October. Rice is not used is the production of biofuels. Corn for ethanol cannot be grown in rice paddies. · As a whole, fish prices are up. Fuel prices account for approximately 60%-70% of operating costs of fishermen. Fish are not used in the production of biofuels.· An increasing amount of biofuels are produced from nontraditional feedstocks such as waste products from the beverage, food, and forestry industries. In the very near future, biofuels will be produced from agricultural residues such as grain straw, Hemp stalks, sugarcane bagasse, corn stover, municipal solid waste, and energy crops such as switch grass and algae. Reference: Founded in 1994, the Canadian Renewable Fuels Association (CRFA) is a non-profit organization with a mission to promote the use of renewable fuels for transportation through consumer awareness and government liaison activities.

April 2, 2013

Spring Clean-up With Hemp…Weight Loss, No More Cravings…Bowel Rejuvenator!

by Teri Wallace

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ENERGY  METABOLISM BOOSTER: Hemp is the highest vegan source of Edestin, a simple protein that is responsible for us keeping healthy. All of our hemp products are raw, containing live enzymes that help you digest your food, increase your energy, boost your immunity and help your body function at its best.

DETOXIFIES THE BODY & REDUCES JUNK FOOD CRAVINGS: Hemp is high in the natural antioxidants Vitamin E, Vitamin C and chlorophyll. That chlorophyll is ideal for minerals, but most valued as a blood cleanser. In addition,
BURNS FAT & SUPPORTS LEAN MASS: Hemp is recognized by the World Health Organization as having a perfect 3:1 balance of Omega 6 to Omega 3 Essential Fatty Acids for optimum health. These fats stimulate the body’s natural thermogenic system which actually burns fat. The Essential Fatty Acids in Hemp also help muscle recovery and growth.

EASY TO DIGEST & NON-ALLERGENIC: Hemp does not contain gluten and is free of the enzyme inhibitor found in soy and other legumes and grains which prevent protein absorption and typically cause gas, bloating and other digestion problems. In addition, there are no known allergies to hemp.

March 14, 2013

Breaking the stigma! Cannabis and Hemp 101

by Teri Wallace

Do you know what happens when you smoke hemp? Not a whole lot. You may end up with a cough or a headache, but you certainly won’t end up with a high. Surprised? Most people are because they mistakenly think hemp is the same thing as marijuana. It’s not; even though they are both members of the plant species cannabis sativa and bear an uncanny resemblance. Actually, the psychoactive properties in marijuana come from the THC (tetrahydrocannabinol) found in the flower of the plant.

To break the stigma associated with marijuana, it is important to actually understand the difference between cannabis and hemp 101:

The two are related through the same genus of plant. While industrial-grade hemp is a rather helpful resource in the world, it lacks the stimulating power of the substance known as delta-9 tetrahydrocannabinol, or for short, THC. It is this active chemical of THC that brings about the “high” associated with marijuana.

Hemp contains 1.5% of this substance, while marijuana possesses between 4 % and 20%. In Canada, the legal amount of THC used to create products cannot exceed 0.3%. Overall, the plants are rather close in details, but supply very different functions for many dissimilar reasons, which especially shows through in the physical makeup of the two plants.

Hemp is much stronger than the marijuana variety, meaning it holds the possibility to create a wealth of raw materials. Marijuana is actually quite delicate, eliminating it as a contender regarding serving a purpose to benefit mankind in a manner acceptable by law (with the exception of medicinal uses).

Farming practices also dictate the amount of THC produced by the plant. The unfertilized female species of cannabis sativa L contains the highest amount of THC, thus the male species is removed to prevent pollination, increasing it’s psychoactive properties dramatically.

February 28, 2013

The market is rising for ‘Non-Dairy Protein’ alternatives driven by today’s health conscious consumers…

by Teri Wallace
Today, consumers associate protein powders and supplements as nutrient sources for healthier living. But about 40 years ago the only concentrated form of protein that was manufactured was egg protein. In the 1990’s whey protein became a big hit with body builders who wanted to build muscle mass and reduce recovery periods between training sessions.Advanced science and technology has introduced us to protein isolates. These have become the latest craze because of their high protein content and versatility of use. Protein isolates, derived from milk and soy, contain a protein content that is above 90 percent. Each has a healthy amino acid composition along with several essential nutrients.

This growing awareness is pushing the protein supplement industry to phenomenal growth. While Europe is still the biggest market for protein products, the United States is known to be the fastest growing market for protein products. According to Global Industry Analysts (GIA), the annual growth rate is predicted to be 7.6 percent in the U.S.

What’s Pushing the Sale of Non-Dairy Protein Alternatives? Celiac’s Disease on the rise!! Gluten-Free on consumer demand…
The market is rising for non-dairy protein alternatives. According to a market survey report from Heyman, about 70 percent of the global adult population suffers from some form of lactose intolerance. Another reason that for the growth of this market, is the high cost of milk protein. In 2007, the cost of dairy protein suddenly rose by more than double due to the high cost of animal feed. Both of these factors have been forcing the industry to seek alternative non-dairy protein supplements.

Niche Market for Non-Dairy, Non-Soy Protein Products
While milk-derived and soy proteins make up 90 percent of the market, soy is the second most allergic substance, next to peanuts. There is, therefore, a niche consumer market for proteins derived from other plant and meat sources. With recent fears of the adverse health effects of meat proteins, plant-based protein sources are the more preferred consumer options.

Non-dairy, non-soy protein alternatives with high protein content and a low glycemic index can be found in a number of excellent protein sources for those who are vegans, lactose intolerant, or desire gluten-free protein supplements.

  • Yellow Pea Protein Powder contains approximately 85 percent to 90 percent protein. It is rich in glutamine and BCAAs and contains a high concentration of arginine.
  • Brown rice has a protein content of 70 percent, along with a high content of arginine which readily converts into nitric oxide. This enhances the absorption of nutrients, reduces recovery periods after training, and promotes muscle growth.
  • Buckwheat powder contains albumen, the same kind of protein found in egg whites. Buckwheat contains sulfur-containing amino acids that are necessary for supporting muscle mass and reducing recovery time during training. It enhances muscle growth and promotes fat loss.
  • Goat milk protein is manufactured as an option for those who are allergic to protein derived from cow’s milk. Goat milk whey powder has a protein content of 15 percent to 20 percent so cannot compare with the high protein content (90 percent) of whey protein isolates derived from cow’s milk. Goat milk protein powder can also be used as meal replacements.
  • Research in Spain shows carob germ flour can produce isolates that have a protein content of 95 percent. In addition, they also possess a well-balanced amino acid composition (BCAA).
  • Cranberry seed protein is another good source of protein. The seed has antioxidant properties, and contains about 35 percent of protein consisting of BCAA. The rest of the seed is fiber (both soluble and insoluble) along with Omega 3, omega 6 and omega 9 fats. Cranberry seed protein can also be used as meal replacements.
  • Hemp protein powder also has a rich composition of BCAA, arginine, essential fatty acids and fiber. Hemp protein powder can also be used as meal replacements.
  • Brazil nut protein powder consists of a complete protein. It is rich in healthy fats and selenium.

Protein powders are used by bodybuilders and health-conscious individuals. They are also used by recuperating patients and as supplements for children and the elderly. Soy protein, especially, has been linked to reducing belly fat and increasing bone density in postmenopausal women; soy protein shows benefits in weight loss management programs; is known to stabilize blood sugar levels; has cholesterol-lowering properties; liver protective properties; promotes healthy lungs and has shown beneficial effects in a number of research studies for various types of cancer. Protein powders are popular for weight-conscious individuals looking for high protein foods with a low glycemic index.

Read more:
http://www.articlesbase.com/supplements-and-vitamins-articles/increase-in-demand-for-nondairy-protein-products-and-alternative-protein-supplements-1780492.html#ixzz1KZUQcmlX

January 26, 2013

Hemp Cake: Ideal Mate For Hemp Beer Brewers! Belly Up!

by Teri Wallace

Hemp Beer Rocks!Fact: The hemp seed cake can also be used for all you beer brewers ! Where does Hemp Cake come from? One should know that hemp seeds do not mill into flour, they become butter because of the high oil content. In order to get flour, you need to remove the oils. We mill the byproduct of pressing hemp seed for oil, which we call hemp cake.

Now getting back to hemp loving beer brewers & drinkers… apparently, a well made hemp beer retains an excellent head. With the oils in hemp seed, this often causes poor hemp retention. This can be easily solved by adding hemp seed cake instead. With the significantly lowered levels of oils in the cake, the resulting beer will have much better head retention.

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