BENEFITS

Did you know hemp is considered brain food?

The reason is that they stabilise mood; minimize anxiety and improve memory. Cannabinoids found in hemp seed oil mimics major receptors in the brain. And studies have proved this can minimize anxiety and depression.

Neuroprotective Effects

Numerous studies have revealed that HEMP actually helps to protect brain cells from damage. One way it helps to protect brain cells is through its effect on CB2 receptors present in the brain. Inflammation is one of the main causes of brain damage. HEMP interacts with CB2 receptors in the brain producing anti-inflammatory responses in the immune cells found in the brain.  This helps to lower damage to the brain caused by inflammation.

Anxiety and Stress Reduction

Approximately 1 in 5 people will develop some type of anxious condition at some point in their lives. Because symptoms of anxiety—some of which the National Institute of Mental Health says include restlessness, irritability, fatigue, and sleep issues—can greatly reduce a person’s quality of life, those suffering from this category of conditions often find themselves in search of effective ways to reduce these debilitating feelings. While some treatment options involve taking prescription medications to relieve the emotional distress, one all-natural option is hemp seed oil.

PTSD & OCD

There are also an ever increasing number of studies that show hemp is also effective in the treatment of PTSD, OCD, alcohol addiction and other neurological disorders.

Pain Relief

Hemp seed oil’s anti-inflammatory properties help to reduce pain. The body produces endocannabinoids, which are neurotransmitters that bind to cannabinoid receptors in your nervous system. Studies have shown that Hemp may help reduce chronic pain by impacting endocannabinoid receptor activity, reducing inflammation and interacting with neurotransmitters.

Inflammation Reduction

Gamma-linoleic acid (GLA) present in hemp seed oil has been shown to reduce inflammation. A review of studies suggests that natural herbs rich in GLA are effective in relieving symptoms of inflammatory conditions, such as irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), rheumatoid arthritis (RA), and multiple sclerosis (MS). Research is currently being conducted on pinpointing how exactly these compounds present in hemp oil help in bringing down inflammation and alleviating pain, particularly because hemp oil appears to work even when other medications do not.

Improved Skin

A dermatology study found that oral consumption of hemp seed oil improves symptoms of atopic dermatitis, also known as eczema. Researchers attribute these results to the fatty acids found in hemp seed oil. Hemp seed oil is also useful in treating other skin conditions, such as cradle cap, psoriasis, and acne. In addition, hemp seed oil strengthens the skin and makes it better able to resist infection.

Lower Blood Pressure

Omega-3 fatty acids abundant in hemp seed oil can help lower blood pressure in people with hypertension (high blood pressure). Research recommends using omega-3 fatty acid supplements along with blood pressure medicine to lower blood pressure.

Promotes Heart Health

Hemp seed oil is rich in linoleic acid. Studies have shown that eating a diet high in linoleic acid significantly reduces total cholesterol and low-density lipoprotein (LDL).  Lowering cholesterol levels reduces your risk of high blood pressure, stroke, and heart disease. Hemp seeds are a great source of magnesium, which helps regulate your heartbeat and is linked to the prevention of coronary heart disease.

Ocular Migraines

An increasing number of scientists believe that supplementing with phytocannabinoids, cannabinoids found in plants, may balance cannabinoid levels in the body and decrease the occurrence of migraines.