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Hemp Protein: What To Know - Cleveland Clinic
This overlooked source packs a healthy punchIf you’re in the market for a healthy protein powder, you may be overlooking one of the best options available: hemp. Yes, hemp is a powerful plant-based source of protein and fiber, a terrific potential supplement for your diet that doesn’t receive as much attention because of a misconception.
“Hemp and marijuana both come from the cannabis plant, but hemp has very little tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), the chemical that causes marijuana’s psychedelic effect,” says registered dietitian Amanda Kusske, RD. That makes hemp perfectly safe to ingest without worrying about any adverse reaction.
In fact, hemp carries several benefits when used as a protein powder, as Kusske explains.
What is hemp protein and how’s it different from other proteins?
“Hemp protein is a vegan, plant-based protein powder that’s made from hemp plants,” says Kusske. “And one big advantage is that hemp protein doesn’t require nearly as much processing as other proteins.”