Hemp and Flax: The Smoothie

Linoleic and linolenic acids are essential human nutrients. Hempseed oil contains an optimized 3-to-1 ratio of these two compounds, respectively. However, the additional consumption of flaxseed oil insures that any excess linoleic acid in the diet is offset with extra linolenic acid. An enjoyable wa...

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Published in:Journal of industrial hemp 2008-04, Vol.13 (1), p.93-95
Main Author: Pate, David W.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
breakfast smoothie
flaxseed oil
hempseed oil
human nutrition
Linoleic acid
linolenic acid
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Summary:Linoleic and linolenic acids are essential human nutrients. Hempseed oil contains an optimized 3-to-1 ratio of these two compounds, respectively. However, the additional consumption of flaxseed oil insures that any excess linoleic acid in the diet is offset with extra linolenic acid. An enjoyable way to obtain these supplements is through a daily breakfast smoothie, a recipe for which is provided.
ISSN:1537-7881
1537-789X
DOI:10.1080/15377880801898774