The Uses of Hemp are plenty, giving the crop an economic advantage and contributing to its popularity worldwide, despite legal restrictions.
Hemp is a variety of the cannabis plant but has no more than 0.3 percent tetrahydrocannabinol, (THC), the psychoactive compound that gives the marijuana high. Due to its resemblance to marijuana, hemp was illegal in the U.S. for decades, but the 2018 Farm Bill removed hemp from the list of controlled substances, making it an ordinary agricultural commodity.
Hemp is mainly grown for its seed, which is highly nutritious. Often called Hemp Seed Hearts, these tasty little seeds have 25 percent protein and they are a balanced source of Omega-6 and Omega-3 essential fatty acids, which are important for immune system function, blood pressure regulation and overall good health.
The fibre of hemp is used to make a multitude of products, such as paper, textiles, and construction materials.
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