In my post Chia
Seed: The New Superfood, I spoke of the virtues of chia and flax
seeds. However, I really should have
included hemp seeds, another fabulous super-food. Hemp seeds are not only a complete protein (like
flax), but they also contain Vitamin E, fiber, iron, zinc, carotene, and plenty of other
vitamins and minerals; they also have a good balance of Omega fats and contain
GLA, both of which help reduce inflammation. Eating hemp may also boost the immune system. One more thing…unlike flax and chia, hemp is
not actually a seed (it’s a fruit) and does not contain phytic acid (that pesky
anti-nutrient found in wheat, nuts, etc. that prevents us from absorbing
minerals). And no, for better or for
worse, hemp seeds will not make you “high”. Try them in cereal, smoothies and oatmeal; eat
them in good health.
Elyn
~~If you don’t know your
options, you don’t have any~~
Elyn Jacobs is a breast cancer survivor, professional cancer coach,
radio talk show host, speaker, and the Executive Director for the Emerald Heart
Cancer Foundation. She is also on the peer review board of the Natural Standard
Database. Elyn empowers women to choose the path for treatment that best fits
their own individual needs. She mentors women who are coping with issues of
well-being associated with breast cancer and its aftermath; she is passionate
about helping others move forward into a life of health and wellbeing. Elyn has
been featured on CNN Money, Talk About Health and more and has contributed to
Breast Cancer Answers as well as written for the Pink Paper, Breast Cancer
Wellness, Natural Healing-Natural Wellness, Integrative Oncology Essentials, and other
publications and newsletters. Elyn lives in New York with her husband and two
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