Hemp paste: benefits, contraindications and prices

Modified on: 19/04/2024

INITIALLY, HEMP PASTE WAS USED AS CATTLE FEED, BUT WHEN ITS BENEFITS WERE DISCOVERED, IT WAS IMMEDIATELY INTRODUCED INTO OUR DIET

Gluten-free, suitable for vegans and vegetarians, and high in protein. It is rich in vitamins, fibre and minerals, and the presence of essential amino acids promotes muscle nutrition. Suitable for sportsmen and women, it helps keep weight under control and relieves fatigue.

This article will look at the benefits, contraindications, and prices of hemp paste.

Hemp paste is rich in protein and low in fat, but be careful not to overdo it! A varied and balanced diet is the secret to a healthy body.

Hemp pasta has proven to be remarkably beneficial

Gluten-free and high in protein, hemp pasta has many benefits to boast about

Hemp pasta is made from hemp flour. Its high protein content is due to pressing the seeds: simply put, they are pressed through a simple, low-temperature process to obtain hemp oil while the residue is ground into flour.

But the high protein content is not the only good thing about hemp paste.

It is interesting to consider the nutritional table of the flour, of which we show in the table the indicative values for 100 grams of product:

Energy	about 300-350 kcal
Fat	less than 10 g
Carbohydrates	approx. 3 g
Protein	approx. 30 g
Fibre	approx. 50 g
Calcium	about 200 mg

Another aspect not to be underestimated is the total absence of gluten. Therefore, coeliacs and those intolerant to gluten can enjoy a good plate of hemp pasta without any problems! Today, it is also an integral part of the diets of many vegans and vegetarians.

But this dish is not only suitable for a vegan and gluten-free diet: sportsmen and women can also benefit from it because, as we have already mentioned, it has a high protein content, which is essential for nutrition and muscle growth.

In this respect, hemp seeds contain all eight essential amino acids that ensure the restoration and healthy maintenance of the musculoskeletal system and organs.

In addition, it is rich in the polyunsaturated fatty acids Omega3, Omega6 and Omega9, the intake of which is essential for regulating cholesterol and triglyceride levels in the blood.

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Other benefits of hemp pasta

If you thought the benefits of hemp pasta ended there, we are ready to change your mind!

Did you know that it contains very little salt? That’s why it’s so good for both your diet and your body, as it keeps your blood pressure level normal.

As if that weren’t enough, it is rich in:

• calcium;
• Vitamins (B1, B2 and B6);
• mineral salts (such as magnesium, zinc, potassium and iron);
• fibre, which counteracts constipation problems and ensures intestinal regularity.

Another aspect in its favour is that hemp pasta is more caloric than traditional pasta because hemp flour has 20% fewer calories than 00 flour.

Finally, it has been noted by many consumers and admirers that it helps combat fatigue and control weight because it immediately gives a sense of satiety.

Hemp paste: prices and contraindications

The prices of hemp pasta can vary depending on the type, the shape (there are pennette, fusilli, etc.) and, undoubtedly, the brand.

Let’s say that the cost is slightly higher than that of ‘traditional’ pasta, so the expense depends on the quantity you decide to consume, and the role pasta plays in your daily diet.

However, it is essential to consider the long-term benefits to the body: sometimes, spending a little more on good quality, healthy products is an investment in your body to keep it healthy through a balanced diet. And this undoubtedly applies to all foods.

However, here’s what to bear in mind when it comes to contraindications.

First, it is not recommended to abuse it: we know that excesses are never good when following a diet, which is strongly discouraged for those taking anticoagulant drugs.

In addition, it seems that the high-fat content of the seeds could be responsible for diarrhoea.

Finally, there is a remote possibility that some seeds may have come into contact with THC, a psychotropic substance in marijuana that could sensitise the body.

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Conclusions

In this article, we have seen the benefits of hemp paste, which seems to beat the number of contraindications on paper.

We have seen that it has an excellent nutritional table, that it is lower in calories than traditional 00 flour pasta and that it is suitable for those who want to follow a protein-based diet.

Finally, we have seen the most critical contraindications to bear in mind, especially for those taking anticoagulant drugs.

As with any diet, overdoing it is always a mistake, so balancing meals and building a rich, composite diet is essential.

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