Hemp isn’t only about cannabinoids.
Hemp seeds are increasingly recognized as a food ingredient and can be incorporated into a variety of foods.
They can be used whole, shelled, or processed into products such as:
- Hemp seed oil
- Hemp protein products
- Hemp seed flour
- Smoothies
- Baked foods
- Granola and cereals
- Plant-based recipes
An important distinction is that hemp seeds are different from cannabinoid-rich flowers and extracts. FDA notes that THC and CBD are found mainly in hemp flowers, leaves, and stems rather than the seeds.
For consumers, this makes it important to read product labels carefully and understand exactly which part of the hemp plant a product contains.