Hemp Protein Posts

Is Hemp a Complete Protein Containing All 9 Essential Amino Acids?

By Lydia Knox / February 8, 2021
Is hemp a complete protein containing all 9 essential amino acids FI

Finding out there are 20 amino acids that bond to make protein can be surprising. Most people don’t go around counting all the amino acids they eat. You know hemp is a great source of protein, but you may want to know if hemp is a complete protein. Hemp is a complete protein. A protein…

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Healthy Grab-and-Go Breakfast for School and Work

By Lydia Knox / February 3, 2021

Are you like me and tired in the morning? With kids and a lot on the to-do-list, it’s easy to grab fast food for breakfast. But with a little planning and some great ideas, you can have a healthy grab-and-go breakfast for school and work. A good grab-and-go breakfast is healthy and fast. Humming Hemp…

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Why You Are Always Hungry on Keto Diet (Feel Full Again)

By Lydia Knox / January 31, 2021

You were told that you’d never be hungry on keto, but here you are craving food. If you’ve been following the diet perfectly it can be hard to figure out why you’re always hungry on the keto diet.   Being hungry on the keto diet is normal. The human body needs to adjust to a new…

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What are the Easiest Proteins to Digest?

By Lydia Knox / January 31, 2021

Getting all the nutrients you need is hard enough without worrying about digestion. You know you need protein, but now you’ve heard some are easier to digest than others. All you want to know is what are the easiest proteins to digest? The easiest proteins to digest allow you to absorb amino acids in the…

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Benefits of Hemp Protein in Oatmeal (Bonus Recipe!)

By The Hummingbird / January 19, 2021

If you’re trying to find ways to get more hemp in your day, try adding to your morning oatmeal. But what are the benefits of hemp protein in oatmeal?  By adding hemp protein to oatmeal, your breakfast now packs in 20g of protein instead of 6g for regular oatmeal! Adding hemp protein to oatmeal is…

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Healthy Hemp Protein Hot Chocolate

By The Hummingbird / January 17, 2021

There are few things cozier and more comforting than a warm mug of hot cocoa!  Turning that drink into protein powder hot chocolate is a great way to sneak some healthy nutrition into your cozy. If you’re new to hemp protein powder, then you’re in for an extra treat! The nutritional benefits of hemp protein…

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Benefits of Hemp Protein Powder in Yogurt

By Lydia Knox / January 11, 2021

Gym goers are constantly shaking their blender bottles and consuming protein shakes. Wouldn’t it be nice to consume beneficial protein by eating yogurt instead? So, what are the benefits of hemp protein powder in yogurt? Hemp protein powder gives yogurt a new flavor and more nutritional value. Achieving high protein requirements is easy with yogurt…

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What Does Hemp Taste Like?

By The Hummingbird / November 25, 2020

Wandering through the grocery aisles, I stumbled upon hemp hearts and oil. Curiosity got the best of me, but what does hemp taste like? Hemp tastes like a combination of, or a mix between, pine nuts and sunflower seeds. Eating hemp products gives a nutty, yet subtle flavor.  However, hemp can taste different depending on…

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How Does Hemp Protein Affect Testosterone Levels?

By The Hummingbird / November 24, 2020

You may have heard rumors about hemp proteins impacting estrogen levels, but does hemp protein affect testosterone levels?  Testosterone levels are affected by hemp protein. Frequent consumption of hemp protein raises testosterone levels because hemp protein is high in zinc. Zinc is an essential mineral that helps produce testosterone. But did you know it’s ok…

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Hemp Hearts vs. Hemp Protein Powder: Uses and Comparisons

By The Hummingbird / October 7, 2020
Hemp Hearts Vs Hemp Protein Powder: Uses and Comparisons

What is the difference between hemp hearts vs. hemp protein powder?  Hemp hearts are hemp seeds that have been shelled, or “hulled.” Hemp protein powder is a powdered form of the hemp seeds. The difference is a slightly more complex production process than just putting them into a food chopper.  The benefits of adding either…

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