Kick back and relax with this hemp chocolate cookie recipe
Who doesn’t love cookies!? Sit back and enjoy these grain-free and vegan hemp chocolate cookies that are ridiculously delicious and nourishing.
California is protecting workers’ rights to smoke weed at home
In California, lawmakers are looking to ensure that workers don’t lose their job if they consume marijuana at home. Last week a bill was passed that will prevent employers from firing workers if they fail a drug test.
Study shows how CBD could replace opioids as treatment for arthritis
Those behind a recent study say CBD improves symptoms in arthritis patients – and could be used as an alternative to opioid medication. A study published earlier this month has found that arthritis patients reported significant improvements in symptoms after using CBD. Patients were also able to reduce their use of prescription medications, according to …
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How to make hemp seed vegan banana muffins
A healthy banana muffins recipe which includes hemp seeds and is naturally gluten free, dairy free, egg free/ vegan, nut free and all natural. These are also refined sugar free muffins that are sweetened with bananas and a low-glycaemic sugar. Ingredients 2 tablespoons ground flax seeds 6 tablespoons warm water 1 cup light spelt flour …
3 ways how CBD slows down the signs of aging
Helps to Relax and Reduce Stress Studies have shown that CBD promotes neural regeneration, specifically in the hippocampus part of the brain. And through its positive effects on the endocannabinoid system, CBD tries to balance the production of cortisol, a steroid hormone that produces stress. When cortisol production is modulated, it leads to improvement of …
Hempcrete seen as part of eco-friendly solution to Zimbabwe’s housing shortage
The government of Zimbabwe sees a role for hemp in construction after securing a $63 million line of credit from an African fund to develop eco-friendly buildings. Earlier this year, Zimbabwe’s government announced a separate $377 million project to deal with a housing shortage by constructing affordable homes. National Housing and Social Amenities Minister Daniel …
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How to make easy no-bake hemp protein bars
These vegan no-bake hemp protein bars are easy to make with just 5 simple, healthy ingredients. Ingredients Almonds Dates Cinnamon Hemp Protein Nut Butter Instructions Add the almonds to a food processor and blend into a grainy consistency. A few large pieces left behind are ok, but they should be mostly broken down Add the …
Friedrich Deimann built a boat using hemp and other natural materials
Germany’s Friedrich Deimann, a boatbuilder and engineer who has dedicated the last decade of his life to proving hemp as a viable fibre for building composite boats. The recently launched Flax 27 dayboat is the floating proof of his vision. He started his career as an apprentice wooden boatbuilder. “I loved the aesthetics, the feeling …
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A small 2019 study found that CBD was effective for reducing PTSD-related symptoms, including nightmares, in adults
Back in 2019 scientists did a study on the effects CBD had on reducing PTSD-related symptoms. 11 adult patients at an outpatient psychiatry clinic contributed to the study. The length of the study was 8 weeks and was assessed every 4 weeks. From the total sample of 11 patients, 91% (n = 10) experienced a …
How to make hemp & lemon hummus
Hummus itself is a delicious dip that enhances snacks and meals, but hummus mixed with hemp seeds gives it that extra boost in both flavour and nutrition. This recipe is super easy to make and tastes amazing. Ingredients 250g cooked chickpeas 75g hulled hemp seeds 2 large cloves garlic 2 organic lemons juiced ¼ teaspoon …