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Hemp is a plant source of concentrated omega-3 fatty acids. However, the fatty acids that hemp contains are alpha-linolenic acids (ALA), which are poorly converted to DHA and EPA in the body at a rate of only about 2 to 10 percent. Despite this inefficient conversion rate, hemp is one of the richest sources of ALA and is therefore still a very good source of healthy fat, especially for those who do not consume fish or eggs.

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Hemp contains a specific omega-6 fatty acid called GLA, and hemp oil contains an even higher percentage of GLA.
Hemp seeds also contain phytosterols, which help reduce the amount of cholesterol in the body by removing fat buildup in the arteries. hemp protein source Hemp does not contain phytates, which are found in many vegetarian protein sources and can interfere with the absorption of essential minerals.