Health is the real wealth. In a century where all manner of diseases have become the order of the day, whatever can help you attain optimal health is worth a shot. Of all the products that have been widely recognized as beneficial to the overall health of the human body, few have surpassed the popularity of the range of products extracted from the hemp plant.

The hemp plant is a highly revered asset today. Every part of the hemp plant provides nutritional value.

Its stalk, leaves, and flowers are popular for being a rich source of the famed CBD oil. The numerous CBD oil benefits including claims that it cures terminal illnesses such as cancer has caused its popularity to skyrocket in no time.

Even scientists are scrambling to understand how it is metabolized to see if they can use it to make drugs that will sell like hot cake.

While CBD oil gets all the hype, there is more to the hemp plant than CBD oil—hemp seeds. These seeds, although they have negligible to no CBD content, are a richly nutritious rich part of the hemp plant.

Here are the positive changes you will notice in your body when you start consuming hemp seeds:

1.You start to lose excess weight

Are you struggling with weight issues? Your solution could be some hemp seeds away. Hemp seeds can help you lose weight by increasing your feeling of fullness.
When you get into a habit of snacking on hemp seeds, you also reduce the tendency to binge on unhealthy snacks, which aids weight loss .

Hemp seeds also contain insoluble fibers which ease constipation. The plant also contains soluble fibers that stimulate bile production and reduce the production bad or LDL (low-density lipoprotein) cholesterol.

2.You feel more energized

Does your early morning caffeine make you sloppy at work? Or maybe it is the burgers, sandwiches, and other junk foods that you have been snacking on that make you dread the thought of getting up from your seat or bed.

Excess intake of sugary foods and energy drinks can also be the reason why your energy is so drained. Yes, alcohol does not also do any justice to your energy levels.You need good energy levels to remain productive. Instead of overdosing on that cup of coffee in the morning, why not make some hemp milk from hemp seeds and mix it with your smoothie? You can also carry hemp seeds in your bag to snack on instead of opting for a greasy burger.

3.Your hormones balance

Did you know that some symptoms that you experience that seem to come from nowhere are caused by hormonal imbalance?

The increase or decrease of hormone levels in both men and women can cause serious trouble. One of the causes of a decrease in estrogen levels in women and testosterone in men is age. As we age, we produce less of these hormones.

Hormone levels can also increase because of age, the use of birth control, some medications, and obesity .

Hormones work to regulate metabolism, reproductive cycles, stress levels, growth and development, body temperature, and many more body functions.

When hormone levels are either too high or too low, you could experience symptoms such as insomnia, weight loss or gain, dry skin, blood pressure issues, weak bones, anxiety , depression , fatigue, and headaches.

Luckily, you can know if hormonal imbalance is the source of your symptoms by getting tested by a professional doctor.

Hemp seeds can help balance your hormones because it comprises an ideal (3:1) ratio of omega 3 fatty acids and omega 6 fatty acids.

If you also experience premenstrual syndrome (PMS), hemp seeds can help ease the symptoms.

4.You get glowing skin, healthy hair, and nails They say that the best way to maintain healthy, glowing skin is working from the inside out. The nutrients in hemp seed oil help you do just that.

Hemp seeds are a good source of essential fatty acids which can keep your skin tight, moisturized and prevent itchiness and dry skin. Hemp seed oil also contains antioxidants that fight against free radicals.

How to Consume Hemp Seeds

Now that you know the ‘why’ of taking hemp seeds, how about the how? You will be surprised to know that there are more than a few ways that you can consume these health powerhouses.Here are a few of them:

  • Consume them raw, cooked, or roasted
  • Have them whole or ground
  • Make them as part of your smoothie
  • Include them in your salads and vegetables
  • Make hemp seed oil
  • Swap them with your regular snack

Final Words
Getting essential nutrients is a big part of what you need to live a healthy and productive life. Do you want to see the above changes in your body? If yes, make hemp seeds part of your daily diet !

Author's Bio: 

Courtney is a freelance writer, with years of experience, creating content and own a blog, Read her amazing content on hook2it.com. Reach her to :https://twitter.com/Courtne45552822