Hi Everyone,
We were talking about Hemp Seed last night.
Below is the article our health coach Katie sent out on hemp.

Some quick reminders:

• Join Dave on Tuesdays at 6am for a sweet one hour class...this is open to everyone so you can bring a friend.
• whole foods 101 this Sunday
• It is good time to think about when you will start  your 3 day fast/ cleanse. Look at your calendar and pick the best 3 days for you between Feb 15-22 or beyond.
• I will be posting more about the cleanse this week and we will discuss it next Wednesday.

bbrainy:

Hemp

Folks, keep the giggles to a minimum. Hemp and marijuana do belong to the
same botanical family yet differ scientifically and are cultivated in a different
manner. Hemp lacks the high levels of THC (tetrahydrocannabinol), the active
ingredient responsible for marijuana’s legendary “high”.
Hemp seeds are easily digestible, gluten-free, nutty flavored gems that are said
to be the only food that can sustain human life without any other source of
nutrition! At 10 grams of protein per ounce compared to approximately 7
grams of protein per ounce of animal protein, the humble hemp seed holds it
own as a plant sourced complete protein containing all 10 amino acids.
The best gift the hemp seed bestows is its abundance of  both essential fatty
acids (EFAs)- linoleic (omega 6) and alpha-linolenic  acids (omega 3). Even
though vital to the body’s functioning, neither can be made by the body so we
must ingest them. EFAs support the functioning of the nervous,
cardiovascular and immune systems and are an integral factor in brain health.
Hemp seeds contain several times more omega 3 essential fat than any fish
form and therefore are an ideal source of plant based nutrition. As a
sustainable resource, hemp harvesting is gentle on the planet while a diet rich
with hemp is  gentle and health giving to us. I would call that a high all
around!
Hemp seeds:
-alleviate constipation by softening stool
-enhance immune system functioning
-lower blood pressure
-reduce inflammation throughout the body
-improve memory and may prevent diseases such as Parkinson’s and
Alzheimer’s
-lower total blood cholesterol by an average of 10%
-increase energy levels and metabolic rate
-encourage the body’s rapid recovery from injury or muscle exertion after
workouts
-alleviate depression symptoms and lift moods
-decrease stress and anxiety
-increase physical stamina
-minimize food cravings
-improve skin texture
-provide fiber which keeps the digestive tract in good form -boast high levels of antioxidants which means potentially reducing cancer
risks
-help control blood sugar levels because the fats inherent in hemp seeds help
the body absorb glucose from the bloodstream
Hemp comes in 3 forms-seeds, powder and oil. All three require refrigeration
and the avoidance of heat. Incorporate hemp into your diet in many ways by
simply:
-misting salads with the oil
-sprinkling salads, cereals, sundaes, fruit with the seeds
-including the powder in your post-workout smoothie
-transforming the seeds into a nourishing milk alternative

Hemp Seed Mylk
Soak 1 cup of raw hemp seeds in water.
Cover and leave overnight in the fridge.
Drain.
Place seeds in a blender with 5 cups of filtered water.
Add 1 tsp vanilla extract. *
Add a pinch of celtic or Himalayan salt.
Add sweetener, if desired. (My favorite is medjool dates).
Blend until smooth.
Drain either through cheese cloth or a nut mylk bag if smoother texture is
desired. Discard pulp.
Serve. Store covered in fridge where it will last 4-5 days.
*add strawberries for a strawberry mylk or raw cacao for chocolate. Adjust
sweetener as needed to get desired taste.

Katie McDonald is a certified Holistic Health Coach and raw food chef and
instructor. She sees clients in Saunderstown, RI and at All That Matters in
Wakefield, RI . You can contact her via email at bnourished@me.com , website
www.bnourished.com and by phone at 401.965.4486. Or you can contact All
That Matters directly at www.althatmatters.com and 401.782.2126.