Hemp Facts

The Hemp genus has about 5 sub-species including one with high levels of tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), one with high levels of cannabinoid (CBD), a more fibrous variant, an intermediate and another without CBD.  

Hemp seed has been approved for human food consumption in the UK since the 90’s and whilst hemp seed is from the same genus as CBD products, the hemp grown for CBD is a shorter smaller sub variant of the plant so does also look different and the CBD mainly comes from other parts of the plant such as the leaves. 

Cannabis sativa plants which are grown for their psychoactive component contain more than 500 chemical compounds including tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), THC is the primary psychoactive cannabinoid in cannabis, while CBD seems to not have any psychoactive effects. 

Therefore Hemp seeds contain no CBD and the EU permit cultivation of cannabis sativa provided the tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) content in the plant does not exceed a concentration of 0.2 %. Hence we test all of our products for THC and require our suppliers of seed to do so too. All our seeds and ingredient derivatives are compliant with the legislation for levels to be no more than 0.2% THC content. 

Cannabis sativa plants grown for their psychoactive component contain more than 500 chemical compounds including tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), THC is the primary psychoactive cannabinoid in cannabis and while CBD seems not have any psychoactive effects the food supplements industry has recently picked up on its therapeutic effects. 

All our seeds and ingredient derivatives are no more than 0.2% THC content.  

The small, crunchy seeds have a soft, buttery texture and are rich in omega 3 and omega 6 fatty acids (good fats). They also contain protein, fibre and various vitamins and minerals, which justifies the recent re-discovery of these nutty flavoured seeds. A small serving of only 30 grams provides one gram of fibre, nine grams of protein, and a good source of iron 

Good Hemp Proteins

Consumer demand for plant proteins is driven by the growth in demand for healthy and sustainable foods. Food that benefits the environment rather than harms the environment. Food that does good not harm. Our new generation of consumers looks at the environmental and health impact of what they buy and especially of what they eat. Environment and health are driving the growing demand for plant-based foods. The story behind ingredients is more critical than ever.

Hemp ingredients deliver on the demands of the future without compromise.  Hemp has exceptional environmental credentials, exceptional nutritional benefits and is fast becoming the byword for sustainability with consumers.  There are very few ingredients that are good and do good; hemp ingredients add value that are authentic and sustainable. If you are looking for these values, then hemp is the answer. And Good Hemp proteins are central to this.

Our mission at Good Hemp is to produce the highest quality ingredients that are easy to use and compatible with a wide range of applications to make the benefits of hemp available to everyone. Since creating the first shelf stable hemp seed oil in 2004,  our focus has been on the development of proteins from hemp seed that meet the demands of consumers, food technologists, nutritionists and the needs of modern food production.

Traditional hempseed protein powder contains a balance of protein, fat (the good ones) and fibre. It is well suited to vegan and vegetarian diets and ideal as a balanced supplement for consumers looking for natural protein powders.  Whilst it is an excellent wholefood protein powder, we were looking for more.

Over the last 8 years we have developed a range of hemp protein powders with wider applications in mind. From this extensive development in natural production techniques, we now offer two unique hemp protein isolates, specifically to meet the demands and expectations for the future of food, nutrition and the environment.

If you are looking to an eco-friendly future, then Good Hemp proteins are the answer.

Good Fats Facts

Good Hemp Oils and Creams contain more Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids than all other commercially available fats. With a PUFA content of 70%, 10ml of Hempseed oil provides almost all the adult RDA of Omega 3 and contains the equivalent GLA to 6 Evening Primrose Oil capsules. More importantly, the high Omega 3 content in hemp seed fat is uniquely effective, because it does not encounter the block in the metabolic conversion of ALA to EPA and DHA encountered by all other plant sources of Omega 3. This is the role of the SDA in hempseed, which unblocks the metabolic pathway conversion. Food using hempseed fats have authentic and sustainable added value.